Origin
Belpre, OH
Morning in Belpre on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belpre, OH to Colerain, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
96.3 mi
155 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belpre, OH
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Colerain, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
Belpre, OH to Colerain, OH is 96.3 miles and takes about 1h 57m via North State Rt. 2, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward, same-day journey. Expect a local drive with frequent turns, making it more engaging than a typical highway cruise. Given its relatively short duration, you'll likely arrive with plenty of time to spare, so there's no need to rush or plan for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Belpre, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North State Rt. 2 | 22.4 mi | 27m |
| 2nd Street | 16.9 mi | 19m |
| State Route 2 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| SR 7 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5 mi | 5m |
| Wells Street | 5 mi | 5m |
| Vine Street | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Corridor D | 3.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
North State Rt. 2
— 22.4 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belpre, OH and Colerain, OH.
1
Start on this road
52 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
180 ft
·
15 sec
3
Turn right onto Elm Street
505 ft
·
27 sec
·
Elm Street
4
Turn left onto SR 618
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Washington Boulevard
5
Continue on SR 32
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Parkersburg–Belpre Bridge
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn slight right onto WV 618
327 ft
·
18 sec
·
Ann Street
7
Turn left onto WV 14; WV 618
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn left onto WV 14
400 ft
·
17 sec
·
Green Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto WV 14
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Street
Use the right lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
11
Merge onto US 50
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Corridor D
12
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
13
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 77; WV 2
14
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
15
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft
·
3 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
16
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
17
Continue on WV 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 2
18
Continue on WV 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
2nd Street
19
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Wells Street
20
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
21
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
22
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Route 2
23
Continue on WV 2
22 mi
·
27 min
·
North State Rt. 2
24
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
12th Street
25
Continue on SR 872
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 872
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
27
Continue on SR 7
11 mi
·
12 min
·
SR 7
28
Take the exit onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
SR 767; SR 7 Alt
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
29
Turn right onto SR 767
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Lincoln Avenue
30
Turn left onto US 250
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cadiz Pike
31
Continue on US 250
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Sunset Heights Road
32
Continue on US 250
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Sunset Heights Road
33
Continue on US 250
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Colerain Road
34
Arrive at destination
US 250
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, under-two-hour drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits you, but consider an early start to maximize your day. The fuel cost is estimated at $15, which is quite manageable, but it's always wise to top off your tank before departing, especially since the longest stretch without a town might be around 22 miles. Pay close attention to your GPS for the frequent turns; this isn't a route where you can zone out. Given the "turn-heavy" nature, keep an eye out for road signs and be ready to adjust your speed accordingly.
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 48.1 miles from Belpre, OH, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.4 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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 58m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Belpre, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Belpre, OH
This is one driving day of about 96.3 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Belpre, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North State Rt. 2 for about 22.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Belpre, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 185 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Elm Street
Turn right onto Elm Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 618 / Washington Boulevard
Turn left onto SR 618 / Washington Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
WV 14; WV 618 / 4th Street
Turn left onto WV 14; WV 618 / 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
WV 2
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.95 one way
$29.89 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
| premium | $4.91 | $18.61 | $37.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.26 | $42.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Colerain, OH
Morning in Colerain on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
3 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
1h 57m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by its "turn-heavy local drive" profile, meaning you'll encounter frequent changes in direction as you navigate. With only 29% of the drive on highways, much of your time will be spent on state routes and local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 22.4 miles on North State Rt. 2, so be prepared for a dynamic driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The roads will likely feel more intimate and community-focused as you progress.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.4 mi on North State Rt. 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.3 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 618 / Washington Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Belpre, OH and Colerain, OH, road signs point toward Parkersburg and Bridgeport.
Parkersburg
8.5 mi in
|
~12m
|
via WV 2
Bridgeport
89.8 mi in
|
~1h 47m
|
via SR 767; SR 7 Alt
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 96.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.4 miles on North State Rt. 2. 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 Colerain, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 618 / Washington Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Colerain, OH before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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