Henry, OH to Hamilton, OH is 240.5 miles and takes about 4h 36m via I 71 and Willow Freeway, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, primarily within Ohio. Given its mostly highway profile and manageable duration, it's a straightforward drive. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, making it a practical choice for getting between these two points efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
120.2 miles from Henry, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
194.9 mi
3h 32m
Willow Freeway
11.3 mi
13m
I 271
10 mi
11m
Butler County Veterans Highway
9.3 mi
10m
Kings Mills Road
2 mi
3m
Mason Road
1.9 mi
3m
High Street
1.7 mi
3m
US 42
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 194.9 mi, about 3h 32m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 77 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,028 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,623
Quietest
2 AM
~205 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henry, OH and Hamilton, OH.
1
Start on SR 14
473 ft·14 sec·Broadway Avenue
2
Turn left onto Henry Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Henry Street
3
Turn right onto McCracken Road
0.1 mi·26 sec·McCracken Road
4
Turn left onto East 119th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·East 119th Street
5
Turn right onto SR 17
0.8 mi·1 min·Granger Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Transportation Boulevard
0.3 mi·41 sec·Transportation Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
8
Merge onto I 480
1.1 mi·1 min·Outerbelt South Freeway
9
Take the exit
470 ft·11 sec
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 20AToward I 77 South: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 77 South: Akron
12
Merge onto I 77
11 mi·13 min·Willow Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 144Toward I 271 South: ColumbusUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 271
10 mi·11 min·I 271
15
Merge onto I 71
113 mi·2 hr 3 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
82 mi·1 hr 29 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 25Toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, MasonUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto SR 741
2.0 mi·3 min·Kings Mills Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn sharp left onto US 42
0.2 mi·15 sec·US 42
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 42
1.5 mi·2 min·US 42
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi·29 sec·West Main Street
22
Turn right onto Mason Road
0.4 mi·44 sec·Mason Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Enter roundabout onto Mason Road
177 ft·3 sec·Mason Road
24
Continue on Mason Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Mason Road
Use the left lane.
25
Enter roundabout onto Mason Road
82 ft·1 sec·Mason Road
26
Continue on Mason Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Mason Road
27
Continue on Liberty Way
0.8 mi·1 min·Liberty Way
28
Turn right onto Cox Lane
0.3 mi·31 sec·Cox Lane
Use the right lane.
29
Enter roundabout onto Veterans Boulevard
302 ft·6 sec·Veterans Boulevard
30
Continue on Veterans Boulevard
0.2 mi·23 sec·Veterans Boulevard
31
Continue on Butler County Veterans Highway
9.3 mi·10 min·Butler County Veterans Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Continue on SR 129
1.7 mi·3 min·High Street
Use the straight lane.
33
Continue on SR 129; SR 177
228 ft·15 sec·High Street
Use the left lane.
34
Arrive at destination
SR 129; SR 177
Trip Plan
For this 4h 36m drive, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to complete the 240.5 miles. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility with your departure time. The estimated fuel cost is around $36, so plan accordingly. With a longest stretch of 194.9 miles on I 71, consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you get closer to Hamilton, OH.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 120.2 miles from Henry, OH, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 194.9 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 53 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.2 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Henry, 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 Henry, OH
This is one driving day of about 240.5 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Henry, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 194.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 224.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
3.7 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
8
3.8 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 77 South: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20A
Toward I 77 South: Akron
7
16.4 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward I 271 South: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 144
Toward I 271 South: Columbus
8
222 mi into trip|~4h 9m in
Take the exit toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason
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 25
Toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason
7
224.2 mi into trip|~4h 13m in|US 42
Turn sharp left onto US 42
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.96 one way
$73.91 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg84 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$41.68
$83.36
premium
$4.99
$47.22
$94.44
diesel
$4.80
$45.41
$90.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.2
0
$25.25
$11.54
Efficient EV
60.1
0
$21.04
$9.62
EV Truck/SUV
96.2
1
$33.67
$15.39
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Henry, OH
Late night
in Henry on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 to 14 mph99% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Hamilton, OH
Late night
in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 6 to 12 mph56% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
1 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
4h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
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...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 190.7
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...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 199
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 91% of this 240.5-mile route. Expect a significant stretch of 194.9 miles on I 71, which means extended periods of consistent driving. The majority of the route is on I 71 and I 271, characterized by frequent exits and potential for merging traffic as you approach more populated areas. The final stretch will transition from highway to surface roads.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 194.9 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Willow Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 26 significant decision points across 240.5 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 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,229 ft596 ft
Total Climb
838 ft
Total Descent
1,066 ft
Highest Point
1,229 ft
~85.9 mi in
Elevation Range
632 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Henry, OH to Hamilton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mason along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 240.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 194.9 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 34 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Hamilton, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 34 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Hamilton, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
