Origin
Fredericktown, OH
Morning in Fredericktown on Sunday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fredericktown, OH to West Chester, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
77.4 mi
125 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fredericktown, OH
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Trip Overview
This 77.4-mile drive from Fredericktown, OH, to West Chester, OH, is a manageable 1 hour and 46 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll navigate primarily on SR 7, Cadiz-Piedmont Road, and US 22, with about 48% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. This route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a single day of travel without the need for an overnight stop. It's a straightforward journey through the Midwest region of Ohio, ideal for a quick getaway or a purposeful drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.7 miles from Fredericktown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 7 | 21.5 mi | 30m |
| Cadiz-Piedmont Road | 16.3 mi | 22m |
| US 22 | 14.7 mi | 15m |
| Cadiz-Steubenville Road | 8.4 mi | 10m |
| Westchester Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| Jackson Street | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Smyrna Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| River Lake Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
SR 7
— 21.5 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fredericktown, OH and West Chester, OH.
1
Start on SR 170
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Jackson Street
2
Continue on SR 170
135 ft
·
6 sec
·
SR 170
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto SR 170
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 170
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
5
Merge onto US 30; SR 7; SR 11
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
River Lake Highway
6
Take the exit onto SR 7
22 mi
·
30 min
·
SR 7
7
Turn right onto SR 213
229 ft
·
3 sec
·
SR 213
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
9
Merge onto US 22
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US 22
10
Continue on US 22
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Cadiz-Steubenville Road
11
Continue on US 22
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Cadiz-Piedmont Road
12
Turn right onto SR 800
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Smyrna Road
13
Continue on SR 800
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Philadelphia Street
14
Turn left onto SR 342
484 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
15
Turn right onto SR 342
473 ft
·
13 sec
·
High Street
16
Turn left onto SR 342
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Westchester Road
17
Arrive at destination
SR 342
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 46 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning allows you to complete the 77.4-mile journey and still have most of the day at your destination. There are no designated stops in the data, so consider pacing yourself with short breaks as needed. The fuel cost is a modest $12, so keeping your tank topped up shouldn't be an issue. A specific tip for this route: be mindful of the 21.5-mile stretch on SR 7; it's the longest continuous section, so plan your audio or conversation 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 38.7 miles from Fredericktown, OH, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.5 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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.7 miles or 53m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Chester, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fredericktown, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fredericktown, OH
This is one driving day of about 77.4 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Fredericktown, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 7 for about 21.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.7 miles from Fredericktown, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 72.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 170
Turn right onto SR 170
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
29.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
SR 800 / Smyrna Road
Turn right onto SR 800 / Smyrna Road
Navigation decision point
4
72.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
SR 342 / High Street
Turn right onto SR 342 / High Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.01 one way
$24.02 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.33 | $26.66 |
| premium | $4.91 | $14.96 | $29.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.09 | $34.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
| Efficient EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.77 | $3.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31 | 0 | $10.84 | $4.95 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Chester, OH
Morning in West Chester on Sunday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Cadiz, OH
39 mi in
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
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
1h 46m 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?
The character of this drive is best described as a mixed bag, offering variety without being overly demanding. With 48% of the route on highways, you'll experience some faster-paced travel, balanced by stretches on local roads. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 21.5 miles on SR 7, providing a good opportunity to settle into the drive. As you progress, expect the road to transition between these different types of surfaces, keeping the experience engaging. This isn't a monotonous interstate grind, nor is it exclusively winding country lanes; it's a blend that reflects a typical Midwestern road trip.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.5 mi on SR 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near SR 170.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles (SR 170): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 77.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.5 miles on SR 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 3.7 miles (SR 170): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Chester, 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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