Origin
Heath, OH
Late night in Heath on Monday
Local time
1:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Heath, OH to Beavercreek, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
104.9 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
★
6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Heath, OH
FOERDER ZONE
Beavercreek, OH
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Trip Overview
This 104.3-mile journey from Heath, OH to Beavercreek, OH is a straightforward, 1-day trip, estimated to take about 1 hour and 44 minutes. The drive primarily utilizes West Dorsey Mill Road and Hebron Road, with a segment on I-270 South, but features no significant highway time. With a projected fuel cost of around $16, this route is an economical option for a quick excursion within the Midwest. Its turn-heavy local drive profile means you'll be navigating through various local roads, making it a more engaging experience than a simple interstate cruise. This route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.5 miles from Heath, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Freeway | 35.9 mi | 38m |
| US 35 | 26.3 mi | 29m |
| I 70 | 19.2 mi | 20m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Hebron Road | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Old United States Highway 35 | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| North Fairfield Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Dorsey Mill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Freeway
— 35.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Heath, OH and Beavercreek, OH.
1
Start on South 30th Street
84 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 30th Street
2
Turn right onto West Dorsey Mill Road
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Dorsey Mill Road
3
Turn left onto SR 79
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Hebron Road
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
5
Merge onto I 70
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 108
Toward I 270 South, I 270 North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 270 South
Use the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 270 South
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 270
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 55
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 55B
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 71
36 mi
·
38 min
·
South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House, Xenia
15
Turn right onto SR 435
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old United States Highway 35
16
Merge onto US 35
26 mi
·
29 min
·
US 35
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 44
Toward SR 835 West
18
Turn left onto North Fairfield Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Fairfield Road
19
Arrive at destination
North Fairfield Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 44-minute duration for this 104.3-mile drive, you have considerable flexibility. Departing mid-morning could allow for a relaxed start and avoid the peak rush hour. The fuel cost is estimated at $16, so keep your tank topped up, as there are no designated 'longest stretch' points that would necessitate a specific fuel stop. Since this is a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, pay close attention to your GPS, especially when transitioning between West Dorsey Mill Road, Hebron Road, and I-270 South. Consider packing some snacks and drinks, as the focus is on local roads rather than services directly off a highway.
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 52.5 miles from Heath, OH, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.9 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.5 miles or 1h 1m 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 Beavercreek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Heath, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Heath, OH
This is one driving day of about 104.9 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Heath, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Freeway for about 35.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.5 miles from Heath, 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 26 and 38.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
26 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 270 South, I 270 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 108
Toward I 270 South, I 270 North
7
26.2 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 270 South
7
26.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 270 South
8
38.4 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 55
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
8
38.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 55B
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.28 one way
$32.56 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $18.07 | $36.14 |
| premium | $4.91 | $20.27 | $40.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.16 | $46.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.01 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.69 | $6.71 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Beavercreek, OH
Late night in Beavercreek on Monday
Local time
1:17 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
20 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
2h 1m 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.
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...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 90.4
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 104.9
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 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 104.3-mile trip. With a highway share of 0%, you'll spend your time navigating through Ohio's local road network, primarily on West Dorsey Mill Road and Hebron Road before connecting to I-270 South. This means you'll be making frequent turns and experiencing a more varied driving pace as you pass through different communities. The absence of long highway stretches means the longest uninterrupted driving segment is not a significant factor, and the road's character will likely shift as you move through diverse terrain and local traffic patterns. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience with plenty of directional changes.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.9 mi on South Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Freeway and US 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 104.9 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 26 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Heath, OH and Beavercreek, OH, road signs point toward Columbus and Xenia.
Columbus
38.4 mi in
|
~45m
Xenia
75.4 mi in
|
~1h 26m
About the Cities
Arriving in Beavercreek, OH
Full guide →Beavercreek is the biggest city in Greene County Ohio, and a large suburb of Dayton. It is home to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, and to the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
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 2h 1m. Total distance: 104.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.9 miles on South Freeway. 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 Beavercreek, 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 26 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — 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 Beavercreek, 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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