Origin
Rio Grande, OH
Afternoon in Rio Grande on Sunday
Local time
1:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rio Grande, OH to Mapleshade, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
17.2 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rio Grande, OH
Kelsey
Mapleshade, OH
Leslie Drager
Trip Overview
Rio Grande, OH to Mapleshade, OH is 17.2 miles and takes about 20m via US 35, SR 7, and SR 735, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Midwest region and the state of Ohio, offering a straightforward connection between two points. If you're looking for a quick transit that utilizes primarily highway driving, this route fits the bill. It’s a practical option for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss and a low fuel cost.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 12.8 mi | 13m |
| SR 7 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| SR 735 | 1 mi | 1m |
| West College Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Municipal Route 60 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 12.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rio Grande, OH and Mapleshade, OH.
1
Start on SR 325
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West College Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
3
Merge onto US 35
13 mi
·
13 min
·
US 35
4
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 735
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 735
5
Turn right onto SR 7
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 7
6
Turn left onto MR 60
41 ft
·
2 sec
·
Municipal Route 60
7
Arrive at destination
MR 60
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 17.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 35
Merge onto US 35
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
13.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
SR 735
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 735
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
14.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
SR 7
Turn right onto SR 7
Navigation decision point
4
17.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
MR 60 / Municipal Route 60
Turn left onto MR 60 / Municipal Route 60
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.67 one way
$5.34 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $2.96 | $5.93 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.32 | $6.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 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 | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Mapleshade, OH
Afternoon in Mapleshade on Sunday
Local time
1:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
20m 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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of the journey on faster roads like US 35. You'll experience a longest stretch of 12.8 miles on US 35, allowing for a consistent pace. The route generally maintains a highway feel, making it efficient for covering the 17.2 miles. Expect minimal interruptions as you navigate through this section of Ohio.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.8 mi on US 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and SR 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13.8 miles (SR 735): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 17.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.8 miles on US 35. 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: at 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13.8 miles (SR 735): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mapleshade, 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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