Origin
Sharon, OH
Morning in Sharon on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharon, OH to East Union, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
10.5 mi
17 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sharon, OH
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East Union, OH
Eric Prouzet
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the Ohio countryside, the 10.5-mile journey from Sharon to East Union is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 15 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate primarily via Woodsfield Road, McConnelsville Road, and Doshie Road to reach your destination. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly outing for locals. Since both towns are situated within the Midwest, the drive maintains a familiar regional character throughout the entire duration. This short transit provides a simple, no-fuss way to get between these two points without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Woodsfield Road | 8 mi | 11m |
| McConnelsville Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Doshie Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Woodsfield Road
— 8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon, OH and East Union, OH.
1
Start on SR 78
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
McConnelsville Road
2
Continue on SR 78
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Woodsfield Road
3
Turn left onto Doshie Road
210 ft
·
9 sec
·
Doshie Road
4
Arrive at destination
Doshie Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 10.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Doshie Road
Turn left onto Doshie Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.63 one way
$3.26 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
| premium | $4.91 | $2.03 | $4.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
East Union, OH
Morning in East Union on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
15m 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 rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. Your time on the road is dominated by rural surface streets that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 8-mile segment along Woodsfield Road. Because the path relies entirely on local roads, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical highway travel. The lack of highway share means you will be navigating curves and intersections for the duration of the 15-minute trip.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
4 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8 mi on Woodsfield Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in near Doshie Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sharon, OH to East Union, OH is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.5 miles (Doshie Road): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,044 ft
743 ft
Total Climb
302 ft
Total Descent
502 ft
Highest Point
1,044 ft
~6.8 mi in
Elevation Range
301 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 10.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8 miles on Woodsfield 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.5 miles (Doshie Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Union, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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