Traveling from Beavercreek to Logan covers 115.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes. This straightforward journey across Ohio is best suited for a single-day trip, as the duration is manageable without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-71, US 35, and the Lancaster Bypass to navigate between these two Midwest locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, it is an affordable excursion for those looking to transition from the Dayton area toward the Hocking Hills region. Since the entire route stays within the state of Ohio, you can expect a familiar driving environment throughout the trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.9 miles from Beavercreek, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
34.6 mi
37m
US 35
26.3 mi
31m
Lancaster Bypass
13.8 mi
14m
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
7.8 mi
8m
Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
7.6 mi
9m
Old Logan Road
7.3 mi
8m
Southeast Expressway
6.2 mi
7m
Logan-Lancaster Road
3.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 34.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Logan, OH.
1
Start on North Fairfield Road
0.7 mi·1 min·North Fairfield Road
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward US 35 East: Xenia
3
Merge onto US 35
26 mi·31 min·US 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 435
1.7 mi·1 min·SR 435
Exit 705Toward SR 435: Columbus, Cincinnati
5
Turn left
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 71 North: ColumbusUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 71
35 mi·37 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 71
0.1 mi·8 sec·South Freeway
Exit 100Toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
0.9 mi·1 min·South Freeway
Toward I 270
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 270 East
10
Merge onto I 270
7.8 mi·8 min·Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 46Toward US 33: Bexley, LancasterUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward US 33 East: LancasterUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto US 33
6.2 mi·7 min·Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 33
7.6 mi·9 min·Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 33
14 mi·14 min·Lancaster Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 33
3.5 mi·4 min·Logan-Lancaster Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Continue on US 33
2.6 mi·3 min·Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 33
7.3 mi·8 min·Old Logan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 172Toward SR 93: Logan, McArthur
20
Turn right onto SR 93
0.4 mi·47 sec·South Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left onto East Main Street
58 ft·1 sec·East Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion, especially when connecting between the major highways and the Lancaster Bypass. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily handle the 115.7-mile distance in one go without needing to refuel mid-trip, given the $17 estimated cost. Plan to keep your gas tank topped off before leaving Beavercreek to ensure a stress-free arrival in Logan. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on your arrival rather than complex navigation or frequent roadside breaks.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.9 miles from Beavercreek, OH, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 25 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.9 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan, 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 115.7 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Beavercreek, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 34.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 27.3 and 73.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
27.3 mi into trip|~34m in|SR 435
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 435 toward SR 435: Columbus, Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 705
Toward SR 435: Columbus, Cincinnati
6
29 mi into trip|~36m in
Turn left toward I 71 North: Columbus
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
8
63.9 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|I 71 / South Freeway
Take the exit onto I 71 / South Freeway toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 100
Toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City
8
73.6 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward US 33: Bexley, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward US 33: Bexley, Lancaster
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73.8 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 33 East: Lancaster
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 33 East: Lancaster
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.96 one way
$35.91 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$19.93
$39.86
premium
$4.91
$22.36
$44.72
diesel
$5.61
$25.55
$51.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.7
0
$12.15
$5.55
Efficient EV
28.9
0
$10.12
$4.63
EV Truck/SUV
46.3
0
$16.20
$7.40
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (65% 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
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Logan, OH
Morning
in Logan on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 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
2h 16m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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.
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 67% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 34.6-mile run on I-71, which allows for consistent cruising speed. As you transition from the interstate segments onto US 35 and the Lancaster Bypass, the character of the road shifts from high-speed transit to more regional flow. While the drive is efficient, the mix of highway and bypass travel keeps the route moving steadily toward your destination. You will find that the road profile remains functional and direct, prioritizing time-saving over winding secondary paths.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.6 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.3 miles in near SR 435.
Driving Effort10/10
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 15 significant decision points across 115.7 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 27.3 miles (SR 435): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 63.9 miles (I 71 / South Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Beavercreek, OH and Logan, OH, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Grove City and Lancaster.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 115.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.6 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Logan, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.3 miles (SR 435): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 63.9 miles (I 71 / South Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Logan, OH before heading back.
