Origin
Hamilton, OH
Morning in Hamilton on Tuesday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, OH to Carey, 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
2h 5m
Distance
93 mi
150 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, OH
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Carey, OH
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Trip Overview
This 93-mile drive from Hamilton, OH, to Carey, OH, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 5 minutes. With 79% of the route on highways, it's a predominantly 'highway-focused drive' through the Midwest. Considering the short duration and distance, this is an ideal one-day trip. You'll be looking at an estimated fuel cost of around $14, making it an economical option. This route keeps you within Ohio, offering a simple and efficient journey between two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Hamilton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 23.9 mi | 25m |
| I 71 | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| SR 73 | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| SR 63 | 8 mi | 13m |
| US 42 | 7 mi | 9m |
| Hamilton Middletown Road | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| SR 138 | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Hamilton Lebanon Road East | 4.5 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 23.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, OH and Carey, OH.
1
Start on SR 129; SR 177
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto SR 4
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Erie Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on SR 4
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
Fairgrove Avenue
4
Continue on SR 4
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Hamilton Middletown Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward SR 63: Monroe, Lebanon
6
Continue on SR 63
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Hamilton Lebanon Road East
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn straight onto SR 63
8.0 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 63
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
9
Merge onto Bypass 48
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bypass 48
10
Turn right onto US 42
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US 42
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 73
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
SR 73
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
13
Merge onto I 71
20 mi
·
21 min
·
I 71
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 435
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Old United States Highway 35
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Use the right lane.
17
Merge onto US 35
24 mi
·
25 min
·
US 35
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Toward SR 138: Greenfield, Clarksburg
19
Turn left onto SR 138
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 138
20
Turn right onto SR 207
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
21
Turn left onto Browns Chapel Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Browns Chapel Road
22
Arrive at destination
Browns Chapel Road
Trip Plan
For this efficient 2-hour drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule. Since there are no designated stops, you can easily make spontaneous breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 23.9-mile stretch on US 35, and plan for a quick stop if your gauge is getting low. Given the short 93-mile distance and minimal highway share, this trip is best tackled in a single day, avoiding the need to split it.
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 46.5 miles from Hamilton, OH, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.9 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 1h 5m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carey, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, OH
This is one driving day of about 93 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Hamilton, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 35 for about 23.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.5 miles from Hamilton, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 59.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 4 / North Erie Boulevard
Turn left onto SR 4 / North Erie Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward SR 63: Monroe, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 63: Monroe, Lebanon
5
23 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 42
Turn right onto US 42
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward SR 435: Washington Court House
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House
6
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.43 one way
$28.87 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $16.02 | $32.04 |
| premium | $4.91 | $17.97 | $35.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.53 | $41.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.14 | $3.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.02 | $5.95 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Carey, OH
Morning in Carey on Tuesday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
23 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 5m 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.
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Nearly 2000 years ago, Native Americans built dozens of monumental mounds and earthen enclosures in southern Ohio. These earthwork complexes were ceremonial landscapes used for feasts, funerals, ritua...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 93
Caution: Hopeton Earthworks Closed for Construction Until May 2026
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 44.9
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 32.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is predominantly highway, with 79% of the 93 miles on faster roads. You'll primarily be on US 35 and I-71, with a segment of SR 73. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.9 miles on US 35, offering a good period of consistent travel. While the highway focus means less time on slower, winding roads, it ensures a direct and efficient path to your destination.
79% 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: 23.9 mi on US 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near SR 4 / North Erie Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 93 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 0.7 miles (SR 4 / North Erie Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 miles (US 42): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Hamilton, OH and Carey, OH, road signs point toward Lebanon and Clarksburg.
Lebanon
8.4 mi in
|
~10m
Clarksburg
83.9 mi in
|
~1h 46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 93 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.9 miles on US 35. 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 Carey, 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 0.7 miles (SR 4 / North Erie Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 miles (US 42): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hopewell Culture National Historical Park, 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 Carey, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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