Northwood, OH to Beavercreek, OH is 165 miles and takes about 3h 19m via US 35, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically Ohio, making it a straightforward, single-day trip. With 89% of the journey on highways, expect a focused drive that covers ground efficiently. This route is ideal if you're looking for a practical way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours, making it a solid choice for a quick transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.5 miles from Northwood, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 35
69.2 mi
1h 16m
US 52
34.6 mi
38m
US 23
33.5 mi
45m
Southern Ohio Veterans Memorial Highway
16.4 mi
17m
CR 107
5.8 mi
10m
SR 7
3.2 mi
4m
North Fairfield Road
0.9 mi
2m
Demaria Street
0.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 69.2 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northwood, OH and Beavercreek, OH.
1
Start on TR 1159
25 ft·6 sec·Ash Street
2
Turn left onto TR 1105
0.6 mi·2 min·Demaria Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto CR 107
1.9 mi·3 min·CR 107
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on CR 107
3.9 mi·7 min·CR 107
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto SR 7
3.2 mi·4 min·SR 7
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 52
35 mi·38 min·US 52
7
Take the exit onto SR 823
16 mi·17 min·Southern Ohio Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward SR 823 North: Chillicothe
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·49 sec
Exit 16Toward US 23 North: Chillicothe
9
Merge onto US 23
34 mi·45 min·US 23
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35
69 mi·1 hr 16 min·US 35
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Exit 44Toward SR 835 West
12
Turn left onto North Fairfield Road
0.9 mi·2 min·North Fairfield Road
13
Arrive at destination
North Fairfield Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for your departure time. Plan to leave mid-morning to avoid peak traffic and arrive with ample daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $26 for the 165 miles, keeping your tank topped up is a good idea, though you'll likely only need one significant fill-up. The longest stretch without a major break is 69.2 miles on US 35, so consider a brief stop before or during that segment for comfort.
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 82.5 miles from Northwood, OH, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.2 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 36 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.5 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beavercreek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Northwood, 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 Northwood, OH
This is one driving day of about 165 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Northwood, 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 US 35 for about 69.2 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 163.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.6 mi into trip|~2m in|CR 107
At end of road, turn right onto CR 107
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
6.4 mi into trip|~13m in|SR 7
Turn right onto SR 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
60.6 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 23 North: Chillicothe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 16
Toward US 23 North: Chillicothe
5
94.6 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 35
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35 toward US 35 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
5
163.8 mi into trip|~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward SR 835 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 44
Toward SR 835 West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.61 one way
$51.21 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$28.42
$56.84
premium
$4.91
$31.89
$63.78
diesel
$5.61
$36.43
$72.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.5
0
$17.33
$7.92
Efficient EV
41.3
0
$14.44
$6.60
EV Truck/SUV
66
0
$23.10
$10.56
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Northwood, OH
Morning
in Northwood on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Beavercreek, OH
Morning
in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
3 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
3h 19m 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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 153.6
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 102.4
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the 165 miles covered on major roadways. You'll experience a consistent flow, particularly on US 35, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 69.2 miles. The character of the drive is largely about efficient travel, minimizing time spent on slower local roads. While the focus is on speed, the route still offers a clear path through the Ohio landscape.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.2 mi on US 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and US 52. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near CR 107.
Driving Effort5/10
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 165 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.6 miles (CR 107): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 165 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.2 miles on US 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (CR 107): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument, Hopewell Culture National Historical Park and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Beavercreek, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
