Origin
Cincinnati, OH
Morning in Cincinnati on Tuesday
Local time
6:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cincinnati, OH to Reily, 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
55m
Distance
30 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cincinnati, OH
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Reily, OH
Jason Nelson
Trip Overview
Cincinnati, OH to Reily, OH is 30 miles and takes about 55m via US 27, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day journey primarily within the Midwest region of Ohio. Given its short distance and focus on highway driving, this route is ideal for a quick trip without needing an overnight stay. You'll be spending most of your time on main roads, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B. Consider this your go-to option when you need to cover ground quickly and simply.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 18 mi | 32m |
| Hamilton Scipio Road | 5.6 mi | 9m |
| Sample Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| US 52 | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Clifton Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Calhoun Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 18 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cincinnati, OH and Reily, OH.
1
Start on Ohio Avenue
340 ft
·
21 sec
·
Ohio Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto Calhoun Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Calhoun Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Clifton Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Clifton Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto West Martin Luther King Junior Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Use the left lane.
5
Turn straight onto US 27; US 52
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Hopple Street
6
Take the ramp onto US 27; US 52
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 27; US 52
Toward I 75 North, I 74 West, US 27 North, US 52 West
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 52; US 27
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 52; US 27
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 52; US 27
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 52; US 27
Toward I 74 West, US 52 West, US 27 North
Use the slight left lane.
9
Continue on I 74; US 27; US 52
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Northwest Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on US 27
18 mi
·
32 min
·
US 27
Exit 18
Toward US 27: Colerain Avenue, Beekman Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto SR 129
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
High Street
13
Continue on SR 129
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Hamilton Scipio Road
14
Turn right onto SR 732
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Sample Road
15
Arrive at destination
SR 732
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Cincinnati, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 2.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Calhoun Street
At end of road, turn left onto Calhoun Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Clifton Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Clifton Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
West Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Turn left onto West Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 27; US 52
Take the ramp onto US 27; US 52 toward I 75 North, I 74 West, US 27 North, US 52 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North, I 74 West, US 27 North, US 5...
8
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 52; US 27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 52; US 27 toward I 74 West, US 52 West, US 27 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 74 West, US 52 West, US 27 North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.66 one way
$9.31 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (60% 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
Reily, OH
Morning in Reily on Tuesday
Local time
6:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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 drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 64% of the journey utilizing faster roads. Expect a consistent driving experience for the most part, especially during the longest stretch of 18 miles on US 27. While the route is primarily highway, you will also encounter sections on Hamilton Scipio Road and Sample Road, offering a slight variation in pace. The overall character is one of steady progress, designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18 mi on US 27.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and Hamilton Scipio Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Calhoun Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 30 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Calhoun Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Clifton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (West Martin Luther King Junior Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Cincinnati, OH
Full guide →Founded 1788
Cincinnati is Ohio's third largest city and the largest metro region, and lies on the north bank of the Ohio River in Southwest Ohio in the United States of America. Cincinnati is distinct amongst Midwestern cities. Its culture is a mixture of the Northeast, Old South, Midwest, and Appalachia blended with a strong German-Catholic heritage. It was one of the United States' early boomtowns, and the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is the largest National Historic District in the country. Today, it's part of a fast-growing metro area, and home to a remarkable blend of industry and architecture. Downtown Cincinnati is surrounded by picturesque foothills that add a beautiful backdrop to the Queen City and its legendary skyline – celebrated in the opening credits of television show WKRP in Cincinnati.
Top landmarks
- • Carew Tower — skyscraper in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
- • Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains — cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati in downtown Cincinnati...
- • Cincinnati Observatory — other organization in Cincinnati, United States
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 55m. Total distance: 30 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18 miles on US 27. 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 Reily, 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: at 0.1 miles (Calhoun Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Clifton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (West Martin Luther King Junior Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Reily, 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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