Origin
Lisbon, OH
Late night in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lisbon, 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 47m
Distance
68.3 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lisbon, OH
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Trip Overview
Embarking on this 68.3-mile journey from Lisbon, OH to West Chester, OH takes approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes, making it a perfectly manageable day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $11, offering an economical option for travel within the Midwest. You'll navigate primarily along Roswell Road Southwest, West Lincoln Way, and Kensington Road Northeast, with a 32% highway share. This route offers a mixed driving experience and doesn't require an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Its relatively short distance and reasonable fuel cost make it an accessible option for a quick excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from Lisbon, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roswell Road Southwest | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| West Lincoln Way | 11.8 mi | 17m |
| Kensington Road Northeast | 9.1 mi | 15m |
| SR 258 | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| Johnson Avenue | 6 mi | 9m |
| State Route 39 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| US 250 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| SR 9 | 4.4 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Roswell Road Southwest
— 12.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, OH and West Chester, OH.
1
Start on SR 164
64 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Market Street
2
Turn left onto US 30
12 mi
·
17 min
·
West Lincoln Way
3
Continue on SR 9
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 9
4
At end of road, turn right onto SR 9
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Kensington Road Northeast
5
Continue on SR 9
8.7 mi
·
15 min
·
Kensington Road Northeast
6
Continue on SR 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lisbon Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto SR 39; SR 43
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Main Street
8
Continue on SR 39
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Roswell Road Southwest
9
Continue on SR 39
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Turn left onto SR 39
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
South Smith Street
11
Continue on SR 39
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Roswell Road Southwest
12
Continue on SR 39; SR 212
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Church Street
13
Turn straight onto SR 39
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Roswell Road Southwest
14
Continue on SR 39
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 39
15
Turn left onto CR 68
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Barnhill Road Southeast
16
At end of road, turn left onto CR 68
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Barnhill Road Southeast
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
18
Merge onto US 250; SR 800
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 250; SR 800
19
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
21
Continue on SR 800
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 800
22
At end of road, turn left onto SR 800
495 ft
·
8 sec
·
Center Street
23
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Jewett Avenue
24
Turn left onto SR 800
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Taylor Avenue
25
Turn slight right onto SR 800
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Johnson Avenue
26
Turn right onto SR 258
7.7 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 258
27
Turn left onto SR 342
188 ft
·
3 sec
·
SR 342
28
Arrive at destination
SR 342
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 47-minute duration, departing Lisbon, OH in the morning or early afternoon is ideal, allowing you to reach West Chester, OH with ample daylight. With no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed, though planning for a brief break around the halfway point might be comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $11 estimated cost suggests a straightforward fuel plan. A specific tip for this route: pay attention to signage as you transition between the main roads like Roswell Road Southwest and West Lincoln Way, as these shifts are key to staying on course.
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 34.1 miles from Lisbon, OH, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.9 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 55m 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 30m
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 Lisbon, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lisbon, OH
This is one driving day of about 68.3 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Lisbon, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Roswell Road Southwest for about 12.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Lisbon, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 30 / West Lincoln Way
Turn left onto US 30 / West Lincoln Way
Navigation decision point
4
16.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
SR 9 / Kensington Road Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto SR 9 / Kensington Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, N...
6
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
5
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
SR 800 / Center Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 800 / Center Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.60 one way
$21.20 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.76 | $23.53 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.20 | $26.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.08 | $30.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Late night in West Chester on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Glens Cottage Area, OH
34 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
11 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 47m 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?
This drive presents a mixed driving profile, featuring 32% highway segments that allow for consistent speed, interspersed with more local road sections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.9 miles on Roswell Road Southwest, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. As you progress, expect the road character to evolve, transitioning between open highway and potentially more varied local terrain. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind but will also experience periods of faster travel.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.9 mi on Roswell Road Southwest.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 30 / West Lincoln Way.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 68.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 (US 30 / West Lincoln Way): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (SR 9 / Kensington Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 51.7 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Lisbon, OH to West Chester, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
51.7 mi in
|
~1h 20m
|
via US 250; SR 800
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 68.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.9 miles on Roswell Road Southwest. 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: near the start (US 30 / West Lincoln Way): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (SR 9 / Kensington Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 51.7 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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