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Trip from Beavercreek, OH to Hough, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 3m

Distance

212.6 mi

342 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 50m ★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 14m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Ohio, United States

Beavercreek, OH

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Downtown Hough, OH, OH

Hough, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Trip Overview

Beavercreek, OH to Hough, OH is 212.6 miles and takes about 4h 3m via I-71, I-70, and I-675, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward highway-focused drive, making it a solid choice for a single-day journey. You'll be spending most of your time on major interstates, so expect a consistent driving pace. Plan for this to be a relatively quick transit between two points in the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

106.3 miles from Beavercreek, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 71 138.4 mi 2h 31m
I 70 51.1 mi 55m
I 675 7.9 mi 9m
North Fairfield Road 4.6 mi 9m
I 670 4.3 mi 5m
Innerbelt 2.1 mi 3m
Chester Avenue 1.5 mi 3m
East 71st Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 71 — 138.4 mi, about 2h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Hough, OH.

1

Start on North Fairfield Road

4.6 mi · 9 min · North Fairfield Road
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
3

Merge onto I 675

7.9 mi · 9 min · I 675
4

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 26A Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
5

Merge onto I 70; SR 4

1.9 mi · 1 min · I 70; SR 4
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

49 mi · 53 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 670
Toward I 670 East: Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight left lane.
11

Merge onto I 71

111 mi · 2 hr · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 71

28 mi · 31 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 90

2.1 mi · 3 min · Innerbelt
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 173B Toward Chester Avenue Use the slight right lane.
15

Turn right onto US 322

1.5 mi · 3 min · Chester Avenue
16

Turn left onto East 71st Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East 71st Street
Use the left lane.
17

Turn right onto Linwood Avenue

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Linwood Avenue
18

Arrive at destination

Linwood Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 3m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Starting in the morning will give you ample daylight to complete the 212.6 miles. While there's only one recommended stop, you can easily add more if needed, especially since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 138.4 miles. Keep an eye on fuel, as the estimated cost is $33; it's wise to fill up before embarking on the longest interstate segment on I-71 to ensure a smooth continuation.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.3 miles from Beavercreek, OH, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 47 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 106.3 miles or 2h 1m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hough, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Beavercreek, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Beavercreek, OH

This is one driving day of about 212.6 miles and 4h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Beavercreek, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 138.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

village in Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cardington, OH

106 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Jeffersonville, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cardington, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.3 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 138.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 12.8 and 210.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
12.8 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 26A Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
7
64.6 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | I 670

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 670 East: Airport
8
68.9 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | North Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
7
69.5 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
7
210.3 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in

Take the exit toward Chester Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 173B Toward Chester Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.99 one way

$65.99 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $36.62 $73.24
premium $4.91 $41.09 $82.18
diesel $5.61 $46.94 $93.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 63.8 0 $22.32 $10.20
Efficient EV 53.2 0 $18.60 $8.50
EV Truck/SUV 85 1 $29.76 $13.61

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Beavercreek, OH

Morning in Beavercreek on Tuesday

Local time

6:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hough, OH

Morning in Hough on Tuesday

Local time

6:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

20 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 3m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free near mile 7.3
View on nps.gov
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

National Monument

Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 7.3
View on nps.gov
Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

National Park

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 183.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on interstates like I-71, I-70, and I-675. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one segment of 138.4 miles primarily on I-71. The character of the drive is largely predictable, offering a smooth and efficient path. Expect minimal deviations from high-speed travel as you navigate between these major thoroughfares.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 138.4 mi on I 71.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 212.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 12.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.9 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Beavercreek, OH to Hough, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.

Cleveland

68.9 mi in | ~1h 20m | via North Innerbelt

About the Cities

Starting in Beavercreek, OH

Full guide →

Beavercreek is the biggest city in Greene County Ohio, and a large suburb of Dayton. It is home to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, and to the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 212.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 138.4 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hough, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 12.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.9 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Hough, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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