Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
17.6 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mason, OH
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Middletown, OH
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If you are planning a quick trip between Mason and Middletown, Ohio, you are looking at a brief 17.6-mile journey that typically takes about 26 minutes to complete. This drive serves as an efficient connection within the Midwest, perfect for a single-day excursion that requires no overnight stay. With a modest estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly option for commuters or casual travelers. You will primarily navigate via I-75, SR 122, and Mason Road to complete your transit. Because the trip is so short, it offers maximum flexibility, allowing you to head out whenever your schedule permits without the need for extensive logistical planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 8 mi | 9m |
| SR 122 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Mason Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Liberty Way | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Clark Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mason, OH and Middletown, OH.
Start on this road
Turn left onto US 42
Turn right onto West Main Street
Turn right onto Mason Road
Enter roundabout onto Mason Road
Continue on Mason Road
Enter roundabout onto Mason Road
Continue on Mason Road
Continue on Liberty Way
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 122
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Turn right onto Clark Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 42 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Mason Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 122: Middletown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.73 one way
$5.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.89 | $7.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.13 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Mason on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Middletown on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 72% of this route is dedicated to faster-paced roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-75, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 8 miles, providing a straightforward and steady driving rhythm. Transitions between the interstate and local segments like SR 122 and Mason Road are relatively quick, shifting you from high-speed highway travel into the more localized road network. While the journey is short, the mix of interstate and surface streets keeps the drive functional rather than monotonous. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns remain consistent throughout the entire 26-minute duration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 122. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 42 / West Main Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 17.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 42 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Mason Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Mason is a suburb north of Cincinnati in Warren County, Ohio.
Middletown is a city of 51,000 people (2020) in Ohio, north of Cincinnati and a short drive south of Dayton.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 17.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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