Chillicothe, OH Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Chillicothe, OH works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 46-mile quick runs to 191-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Chillicothe, OH head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
191.1 mi
Cleveland, OH
Quickest Drive
1h 6m
Columbus, OH
Plan Around Chillicothe, OH
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Chillicothe, OH is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Chillicothe, OH
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Chillicothe, OH
Driving from Chillicothe, OH
On average, trips departing from Chillicothe, OH run 150 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 3m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 191 miles (3h 45m), while the shortest is just 46 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Chillicothe, OH most often head toward Cleveland, OH (191.1 mi, 3h 45m), Lorain, OH (184 mi, 3h 43m), Parma, OH (180.3 mi, 3h 38m), and Columbus, OH (46.4 mi, 1h 6m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in OH currently averages around $3.71 per gallon. For the typical 150-mile trip from Chillicothe, OH, budget about $22 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Chillicothe, OH and 2 routes heading into Chillicothe, OH, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 46 to 191 miles.
The longest mapped route from Chillicothe, OH covers 191 miles and takes approximately 3h 45m. Shorter options start at just 46 miles.
The average route from Chillicothe, OH runs about 150 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 3m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.71/gallon for regular), the average 150-mile trip from Chillicothe, OH costs roughly $22 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Chillicothe, OH include Cleveland, OH, Lorain, OH, Parma, OH and Columbus, OH. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Chillicothe, OH by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
21,958
Median Income
$49,193
Median Home Value
$145,900
Median Age
41.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Chillicothe, OH
Chillicothe is a city in Ross County in South Central Ohio and is the county seat of Ross County. In the 1800s, it was designated as the capital of the "eastern section" of the Northwest Territory. Later the State Constitutional Convention was held in Chillicothe, and in 1803, Ohio entered the Union, Chillicothe became the first state capital of Ohio. The name of the city was derived from a Shawnee word meaning "principal town". It is located along the Scioto River and Paint Creek.
Pump House Center for the Arts, Yoctangee Park, ☏ +1 740 772-5783. Tu-F 11AM-4PM, Sa Su 1PM-4PM. The Pump House was constructed in 1883 as a municipal pumping station for distribution of water from the deep well field in Yoctangee Park. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Pump House is an example of Victorian Gothic architecture housing an ever changing collection of painting, sculpture and art. Dard Hunter Studios, 8 Highland Ave, ☏ +1 740-774-1236. The Mountain House was built in 1850 by a German family named Meggenhofen who operated a winery here for many years, tending the terraced vineyards below the house. Gift shop is open M-F 9AM to 5PM. Reservations are required for a tour. Call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule an appointment. 1 Adena Mansion and Gardens, Adena Road (outside of Chillicothe), ☏ +1 740-772-1500. Home of Thomas Worthington (1773-1827). He was the sixth Governor of Ohio and one of the first United States senators from Ohio. There is a newer museum and education center. The view from the north lawn to the Logan Range is depicted on the Great Seal of Ohio. Quite a place. $7. (updated Jun 2021) 2 Chillicothe Railroad Museum, Paint and Water Sts, ☏ +1 740-702-7675. M-F 10AM-4PM, Sa Su noon-3PM. James A. Thomas Telephone Museum, 68 E Main St, ☏ +1 740-772-8200. M-F 8:30AM-4:30PM. Free. Dr. John D. Harris Dental Museum (Bainbridge Dental Museum), 209 Main St, ☏ +1 740-634-2228, [email protected]. Located in Bainbridge, Ohio, Hours vary. Lucy Hayes Heritage Center, 90 W 6th St, ☏ +1 740-775-5829.
Chillicothe Paints. Single A, Frontier League Baseball - 90 game schedule Paint Valley Jamboree, 125 E Main St, Bainbridge, ☏ +1 740-634-3333. Sa 7PM. Ohio's oldest country music show since 1965; call for reservations. Annual Feast of the Moon Festival, [email protected]. Last weekend in May. A festival that attempts to preserve Native American culture. (updated Sep 2019) Charity Bed Race. 4th of July. (updated Sep 2019) Ross County Fair, 344 Fairgrounds Rd, ☏ +1-740-775-5083. First full week in August. (updated Sep 2019) Easy Rider Rodeo. every Labor Day Weekend. (updated Sep 2019) International Sunflower Festival (Frankfort). Labor Day Weekend. (updated Sep 2019) Mountain Heritage Camp out (Tar Hollow State Park). one weekend in mid-Sep. (updated Sep 2019) Apple Harvest Festival, Hersch Fruit Farm, 12846 State Route 772. Mid-September. Orchard tours, pick your own apples, apple butter making, corn maze, petting animals, horse drawn wagon rides. (updated Jan 2019) Fall Festival of the Leaves Bainbridge. 3 days in mid-Oct 1 Ohio University-Chillicothe, 101 University Dr, ☏ +1 740-774-7200. 2,500 students. Pickaway Ross Career and Technology Center. (Pickaway Ross Joint Vocational School), ☏ +1 740-642-1288, +1 740-474-3331.
Giovanni's Pizza, 423 Western Ave, ☏ +1 740-773-0022. Locally owned and operated, New York style pizza Crispie Creme, 47 N Bridge St, ☏ +1 740-774-3770. Donuts. Old Canal Smokehouse, 94 E Water St, ☏ +1 740-779-3278. M-Th 11AM-9PM, F-Su 11AM-10PM. Carl's Townhouse, 95 W 2nd St, ☏ +1 740-773-1660. 6AM-5PM daily. Carl's is a family owned, hometown diner style restaurant. Great food for breakfast and lunch... but don't expect dinner there, because they close at 5PM. County Crust Bakery, 4918 SR 41 South, Bainbridge. The Old Home Place, ☏ +1 740-998-4303. 1/4 mile north of U.S. Route 35. Amish Bakery - Troyer Meats - Cheese - Bulk Foods.
Dock at Water, 80 E Water St, ☏ +1 740-779-3625.
1 Great Seal State Park, 4908 Marietta Rd, ☏ +1 740-887-4818. 15-site campground, pressurized water, vault latrines, playground, shelterhouse, pet camping, shelterhouse, horse camp, 22 miles of trails, hunting, playground equipment, disc golf course, volleyball, basketball, horseshoe court. (updated Feb 2022) 2 Best Western Adena Inn, 1250 N Bridge St, ☏ +1 740-775-7000, fax: +1 740 773-1622. Holiday Inn Express, 1003 E Main St, ☏ +1 740-779-2424. 3 Hampton Inn & Suites' Chillicothe, 100 N Plaza Blvd. Comfort Inn Chillicothe, 250 E Business 36. 4 Christopher Inn And Suite, 30 N Plaza Blvd. 2 Scioto Trail State Park (Ross County, south of Chillicothe, east of Route 23 on CR 372.). 55 campsites, 40 with electricity, latrines, water, fire rings, picnic tables are provided. A secluded hike-in camp near Stewart Lake has 18 non-electric sites. Two rustic camper cabins are available. Fishing, hunting, twelve miles of hiking trails, 17 miles of bridle trails, nature center, basketball, horseshoe courts, playground, games and sporting equipment to registered campers, basketball, horseshoe courts and volleyball court. (updated Mar 2022)
Approx 45 miles south of Columbus along US-23 or SR-104 Approx 80 miles southeast of Dayton along US-35. Approx 100 miles east of Cincinnati along US-50 Approx 44 miles north of Portsmouth along US-23 or SR-104. 1 John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH IATA), 4600 International Gateway, Columbus, ☏ +1 614 239-4083. Direct flights to most major American cities.
Travel tips adapted from Chillicothe (Ohio) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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