Origin
Rich Hill, OH
Morning in Rich Hill on Tuesday
Local time
9:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rich Hill, OH to Oak Hill, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
28.9 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rich Hill, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Oak Hill, OH
Circe Denyer
Trip Overview
This straightforward 28.9-mile drive from Rich Hill to Oak Hill in Ohio is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 52 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with a small portion on highways, making it a familiar Midwest journey. The estimated fuel cost for this short excursion is around $4, so it's a budget-friendly option. Given the short duration and minimal stops suggested, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or an afternoon adventure without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Coshocton Road | 11.3 mi | 18m |
| Columbus Road | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| Updike Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Cavallo Road | 2.2 mi | 8m |
| Old Columbus Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| SR 13 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East High Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Coshocton Road
— 11.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rich Hill, OH and Oak Hill, OH.
1
Start on Main Street
157 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Rich Hill Road
194 ft
·
3 sec
·
Rich Hill Road
3
Turn straight onto Updike Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Updike Road
4
Turn left onto US 36; SR 3
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Columbus Road
5
Turn straight onto Old Columbus Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Columbus Road
6
Merge onto SR 13
372 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Main Street
7
Turn right onto SR 13
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
SR 13
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 36
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East High Street
9
Turn left onto US 36
344 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Park Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn slight right onto US 36
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Coshocton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left
470 ft
·
13 sec
12
Turn right
168 ft
·
4 sec
13
Continue on Cavallo Road
2.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Cavallo Road
14
Arrive at destination
Cavallo Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Rich Hill Road
Turn right onto Rich Hill Road
Navigation decision point
4
14.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
SR 13
Turn right onto SR 13
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
15 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 36 / East High Street
Turn right onto US 36 / East High Street
Navigation decision point
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 36 / North Park Street
Turn left onto US 36 / North Park Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
15.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 36 / Coshocton Road
Turn slight right onto US 36 / Coshocton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.49 one way
$8.97 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.59 | $11.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Oak Hill, OH
Morning in Oak Hill on Tuesday
Local time
9:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
31 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
52m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with your journey predominantly following Coshocton Road, Columbus Road, and Updike Road. While there's some highway mileage, the majority of this 28.9-mile trip keeps you on local thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.3 miles along Coshocton Road, so be prepared for frequent adjustments and a more engaged driving experience. This isn't a high-speed cruise, but rather a route that requires your attention to navigate its twists and turns.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.3 mi on Coshocton Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Rich Hill Road.
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 28.9 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: near the start (Rich Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (SR 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles (US 36 / East High Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 28.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.3 miles on Coshocton Road. 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 (Rich Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (SR 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles (US 36 / East High Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oak Hill, 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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