Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
24 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beavercreek, OH
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Lebanon, OH
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If you are planning a trip from Beavercreek to Lebanon, Ohio, you are looking at a quick 24-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the short duration makes an overnight stay unnecessary. You will spend roughly 65% of your time on highways, utilizing I-675, State Route 48, and Dayton Lebanon Pike to navigate between these two Midwest locations. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an incredibly economical drive for a weekend outing or a change of scenery. Because the entire trip is contained within Ohio, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the transit.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 48 | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| I 675 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Dayton Lebanon Pike | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Indian Ripple Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Fairfield Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Silver Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Lebanon, OH.
Start on North Fairfield Road
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 675
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48
Continue on SR 48
Continue on SR 48
Continue on SR 48
Turn left onto East Silver Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 23.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward SR 48: Centerville, Kettering
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East Silver Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$3.72 one way
$7.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $4.13 | $8.27 |
| premium | $4.91 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.30 | $10.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive offers a blend of fast-paced highway travel and local road segments, keeping the experience varied behind the wheel. You will navigate a highway-focused path where the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 10.7 miles along State Route 48. As you transition between I-675 and local roads like Dayton Lebanon Pike, the road character shifts from high-speed transit to more standard surface streets. Expect a steady, functional commute that prioritizes efficiency over technical winding turns. The balance of high-speed sections and local stretches ensures you reach your destination without the fatigue of a long-haul interstate grind.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 48 and I 675. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Indian Ripple Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (Indian Ripple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
230 ft
Total Descent
338 ft
Highest Point
1,013 ft
~1.7 mi in
Elevation Range
245 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Beavercreek, OH to Lebanon, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Kettering along the way.
Kettering
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 24 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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