Origin
East Palestine, OH
Late night in East Palestine on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
25.4 mi
41 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.
East Palestine, OH
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East Palestine, OH to Summitville, OH is 25.4 miles and takes about 45m via SR 517, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short jaunt stays within the Midwest and the state of Ohio, offering a straightforward drive for those looking for a brief transition between locations. With only 25.4 miles to cover, this route is ideal for a quick hop, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. You'll primarily be on state routes, making for a generally uncomplicated journey. Consider this an easy leg of a larger trip or a simple move between two nearby points.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 517 | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| South Lincoln Avenue | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| SR 518 | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| SR 558 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Waterford Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| SR 644 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Bacon Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Market Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between East Palestine, OH and Summitville, OH.
Start on this road
Turn right onto West Rebecca Street
Turn right onto SR 170
Turn right onto SR 46; SR 558
Continue on SR 46; SR 558
Continue on SR 46; SR 558
Turn left onto SR 558
Continue on SR 517
Turn left onto SR 45; SR 164; SR 517
Turn right onto SR 164
Turn left onto SR 164
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 518
Turn left onto SR 518
At end of road, turn left onto SR 644
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 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 West Rebecca Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 170 / North Market Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 164 / West Washington Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 164 / South Lincoln Avenue
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto SR 644
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.94 one way
$7.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $4.38 | $8.75 |
| premium | $4.91 | $4.91 | $9.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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 East Palestine on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Summitville on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 64% of the journey utilizing higher-speed roads. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.7 miles on SR 517, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. The route transitions between SR 517, South Lincoln Avenue, and SR 518, suggesting a mix of maintained state roads that should keep you moving efficiently. Expect a drive that feels direct and purposeful, without significant detours or slow-downs on typically well-kept Ohio state highways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 517 and South Lincoln Avenue. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Rebecca Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 (West Rebecca Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 170 / North Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles (SR 164 / West Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 25.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m 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.
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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