Scott, OH to Cincinnati, OH is 147.4 miles and takes about 3h 12m via US 127 and I-75, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Ohio, taking you from one Midwest locale to another. Expect a drive that is predominantly highway, making for a straightforward journey. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll find it's a manageable distance for a single day's travel, perfect for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
73.7 miles from Scott, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 127
64.7 mi
1h 26m
I 75
46.4 mi
55m
SR 49
31.7 mi
39m
Vine Street
1.9 mi
4m
Blaine Street
0.6 mi
1m
Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
West Mitchell Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Calhoun Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 64.7 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scott, OH and Cincinnati, OH.
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Start on CR 12
0.6 mi·1 min·Blaine Street
2
Turn right onto US 127
6.2 mi·8 min·US 127
3
Enter roundabout onto US 127; US 224
14 ft·0 sec·US 127; US 224
4
Continue on US 127; US 224
16 mi·25 min·US 127; US 224
5
Continue on US 127; SR 707
42 mi·52 min·US 127; SR 707
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
7
Turn left onto SR 49
22 mi·24 min·SR 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
10.0 mi·14 min·SR 49
Exit 26Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, TrotwoodUse the slight right lane.
9
Continue on West 1st Street
381 ft·6 sec·West 1st Street
10
Continue on West 1st Street
35 ft·0 sec·West 1st Street
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 75 South: CincinnatiUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 75; SR 4
46 mi·55 min·I 75; SR 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 6Toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint BernardUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
248 ft·13 sec
Toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Zoo
15
Turn left onto West Mitchell Avenue
0.3 mi·41 sec·West Mitchell Avenue
16
Turn slight right
195 ft·8 sec
17
Turn slight right onto Vine Street
1.9 mi·4 min·Vine Street
18
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Jefferson Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
19
Turn slight right
339 ft·8 sec
20
Turn slight right onto Calhoun Street
0.2 mi·33 sec·Calhoun Street
21
Turn left onto Ohio Avenue
340 ft·13 sec·Ohio Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Ohio Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 12m duration and 147.4-mile length, this trip is easily completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to factor in the approximate $23 fuel cost. While the drive is mostly highway, keep an eye out for the transition from US 127 to I-75, as this is where traffic can increase. There's only one recommended stop, suggesting you can make good time, but be sure to check your fuel levels before embarking on the 64.7-mile stretch of US 127.
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 73.7 miles from Scott, OH, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.7 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 32 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 38m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cincinnati, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Scott, 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 Scott, OH
This is one driving day of about 147.4 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Scott, 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 127 for about 64.7 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 65.5 and 144.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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65.5 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|SR 49
Turn left onto SR 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
87.3 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
5
97.4 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
8
144.1 mi into trip|~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint Bernard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint Bernard
7
144.3 mi into trip|~3h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Zoo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Vetera...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.88 one way
$45.75 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$25.39
$50.78
premium
$4.91
$28.49
$56.98
diesel
$5.61
$32.54
$65.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.2
0
$15.48
$7.08
Efficient EV
36.9
0
$12.90
$5.90
EV Truck/SUV
59
0
$20.64
$9.43
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Scott, OH
Morning
in Scott on Tuesday
Local time
9:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cincinnati, OH
Morning
in Cincinnati on Tuesday
Local time
9:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Clear
W 1 to 9 mph7% chanceLive 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
9 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 12m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 96.6
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...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 96.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the journey taking place on major roads, including US 127 and I-75. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 64.7 miles on US 127, so be prepared for a continuous segment of highway driving. The transition from US 127 to I-75 will likely offer a change in speed and traffic flow as you approach the Cincinnati area. Overall, expect a driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.7 mi on US 127.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 127 and I 75. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 65.5 miles in near SR 49.
Driving Effort6/10
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 147.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 65.5 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.3 miles (SR 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 Scott, OH to Cincinnati, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Trotwood along the way.
Cincinnati is Ohio's third largest city and the largest metro region, and lies on the north bank of the Ohio River in Southwest Ohio in the United States of America.
Cincinnati is distinct amongst Midwestern cities. Its culture is a mixture of the Northeast, Old South, Midwest, and Appalachia blended with a strong German-Catholic heritage. It was one of the United States' early boomtowns, and the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is the largest National Historic District in the country. Today, it's part of a fast-growing metro area, and home to a remarkable blend of industry and architecture. Downtown Cincinnati is surrounded by picturesque foothills that add a beautiful backdrop to the Queen City and its legendary skyline – celebrated in the opening credits of television show WKRP in Cincinnati.
Top landmarks
•Carew Tower — skyscraper in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
•Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains — cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati in downtown Cincinnati...
•Cincinnati Observatory — other organization in Cincinnati, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 147.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.7 miles on US 127. 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Cincinnati, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 65.5 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.3 miles (SR 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Cincinnati, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
