This 114.4-mile journey from South Amherst, OH to West Chester, OH is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 2 hours and 25 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on US 250 and local roads like Dover Road and Avon Lake Road, with about 38% of the drive being on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this route offers a straightforward transit through the Midwest. It's a good option if you're looking for an efficient drive without needing to break it up into multiple days.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.2 miles from South Amherst, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 250
21.2 mi
24m
Dover Road
13.8 mi
15m
Avon Lake Road
13.7 mi
16m
Burbank Road
10.4 mi
11m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
7.8 mi
11m
SR 258
7.7 mi
13m
Johnson Avenue
6 mi
9m
Dix Expressway
5.9 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 250
— 21.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Amherst, OH and West Chester, OH.
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Start on Leonard Street
235 ft·10 sec·Leonard Street
2
Turn right onto SR 113
1.3 mi·1 min·West Main Street
3
Continue on SR 113
3.7 mi·5 min·Telegraph Road
4
Continue on SR 113
1.4 mi·2 min·Milan Elyria Road
5
Continue on SR 113
7.8 mi·11 min·John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on SR 57
2.3 mi·2 min·Grafton Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on SR 57
2.0 mi·2 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi·1 min·Grafton Road
9
Turn right onto SR 57; SR 83
1.5 mi·1 min·Avon Belden Road
10
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
86 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
11
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
231 ft·3 sec·Avon Belden Road
12
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
129 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
13
Continue on SR 83
2.5 mi·2 min·Avon Belden Road
14
Continue on SR 83
2.2 mi·2 min·Avon Lake Road
15
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
392 ft·6 sec·Avon Lake Road
16
Continue on SR 83
8.9 mi·10 min·Avon Lake Road
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Continue on SR 83
0.5 mi·1 min·Elyria Street
18
Continue on SR 83
0.9 mi·1 min·Wooster Street
19
Continue on SR 83
2.6 mi·4 min·Avon Lake Road
20
Continue on SR 83
0.4 mi·30 sec·Front Street
21
Continue on SR 83
9.0 mi·10 min·Burbank Road
22
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
98 ft·1 sec·Burbank Road
23
Continue on SR 83
0.2 mi·11 sec·Burbank Road
24
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
134 ft·1 sec·Burbank Road
25
Continue on SR 83
1.2 mi·1 min·Burbank Road
26
Continue on SR 83
5.9 mi·6 min·Dix Expressway
27
Continue on SR 83
3.7 mi·4 min·Dover Road
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Continue on US 250
1.6 mi·1 min·West Main Street
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Continue on US 250
7.0 mi·7 min·Dover Road
30
Continue on US 250
0.4 mi·34 sec·West Main Street
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Continue on US 250
3.1 mi·3 min·Dover Road
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Continue on US 250
0.9 mi·1 min·Sandusky Drive Southwest
33
Continue on US 250
0.5 mi·37 sec·West Main Street
34
Continue on US 250
4.9 mi·5 min·Sandusky Drive Southwest
35
Turn right onto US 250
3.0 mi·3 min·US 250
36
Take the exit onto US 250
6.6 mi·7 min·US 250
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi·10 min·US 250
38
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi·2 min·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
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Continue on SR 800
0.6 mi·1 min·SR 800
41
At end of road, turn left onto SR 800
495 ft·8 sec·Center Street
42
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi·30 sec·Jewett Avenue
43
Turn left onto SR 800
0.1 mi·9 sec·Taylor Avenue
44
Turn slight right onto SR 800
6.0 mi·9 min·Johnson Avenue
45
Turn right onto SR 258
7.7 mi·13 min·SR 258
46
Turn left onto SR 342
188 ft·3 sec·SR 342
47
Arrive at destination
SR 342
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 2 hour and 25 minute drive, flexibility is key. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by lunchtime, or even head out in the afternoon. There are no designated stops, so feel free to pull over as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $18 for the 114.4 miles. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic slowdowns on US 250, especially if traveling during peak commuting hours, as it's a primary artery.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.2 miles from South Amherst, OH, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 25 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Chester, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Amherst, 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 South Amherst, OH
This is one driving day of about 114.4 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from South Amherst, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 250 for about 21.2 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.8 and 97.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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21.8 mi into trip|~30m in|SR 83 / Avon Belden Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Belden Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
26.5 mi into trip|~35m in|SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
49 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|SR 83 / Burbank Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Burbank Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
81.3 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|US 250
Take the exit onto US 250
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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97.9 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.75 one way
$35.51 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$19.70
$39.41
premium
$4.91
$22.11
$44.22
diesel
$5.61
$25.26
$50.52
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.3
0
$12.01
$5.49
Efficient EV
28.6
0
$10.01
$4.58
EV Truck/SUV
45.8
0
$16.02
$7.32
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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 20, 2026
Origin
South Amherst, OH
Morning
in South Amherst on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
West Chester, OH
Morning
in West Chester on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
2h 25m 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.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
24 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 23.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, offering a blend of highway speeds and more local road experiences. While 38% of the journey utilizes highways, a significant portion will be on two-lane roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.2 miles on US 250, providing a consistent pace for a segment of your trip. As you progress, the road character will shift, moving from potentially faster sections to more varied terrain as you approach your destination.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
47 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.2 mi on US 250.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.8 miles in near SR 83 / Avon Belden Road.
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 114.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 21.8 miles (SR 83 / Avon Belden Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.5 miles (SR 83 / Avon Lake Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 49 miles (SR 83 / Burbank Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 South Amherst, OH to West Chester, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 114.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.2 miles on US 250. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 West Chester, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.8 miles (SR 83 / Avon Belden Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.5 miles (SR 83 / Avon Lake Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 49 miles (SR 83 / Burbank Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Chester, OH before heading back.
