Trip from South Canal, OH to West Chester, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 9m

Distance

91.8 mi

148 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 0m ★

6 AM

2h 10m

8 AM

2h 28m

10 AM

2h 16m

12 PM

2h 14m

3 PM

2h 17m

5 PM

2h 27m

8 PM

2h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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South Canal, OH

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Trip Overview

This 91.3-mile drive from South Canal to West Chester, Ohio, will take you about 1 hour and 52 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical option for exploring more of the Midwest. The route primarily uses local roads like Robinwood Boulevard, Scott Street, and Lorain Street, so expect a more connected-to-the-ground experience rather than a high-speed journey. Since it's a relatively short drive with no designated stops, you have plenty of flexibility to depart when it suits you best and arrive at your destination without feeling rushed. This trip stays within Ohio, offering a glimpse into local Midwestern communities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

45.9 miles from South Canal, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 77	22.6 mi	24m
SR 225	15.8 mi	23m
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast	15.1 mi	19m
US 250	11.7 mi	13m
SR 258	7.7 mi	13m
Johnson Avenue	6 mi	9m
US 224	2.5 mi	3m
Newton Falls Road	1.9 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 77 — 22.6 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Canal, OH and West Chester, OH.

Start on Niles Avenue

0.2 mi · 52 sec · Niles Avenue

Turn right onto Robinwood Boulevard

350 ft · 20 sec · Robinwood Boulevard

Turn left onto Scott Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Scott Street

Continue on Lorain Street

394 ft · 24 sec · Lorain Street

Turn left onto Ravenna Road

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Ravenna Road

Continue on McClintocksburg Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · McClintocksburg Road

Turn slight right onto Newton Falls Road

1.9 mi · 4 min · Newton Falls Road

Turn left onto SR 225

9.7 mi · 14 min · SR 225

Enter roundabout onto US 224; SR 225

208 ft · 4 sec · US 224; SR 225

Continue on US 224; SR 225

2.5 mi · 3 min · US 224; SR 225

Turn left onto SR 225

6.1 mi · 8 min · SR 225

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Continue on US 62T

14 mi · 18 min · Atlantic Boulevard Northeast

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 62

0.4 mi · 48 sec · Columbus Road Northeast

Continue on US 62

0.7 mi · 1 min · Atlantic Boulevard Northeast

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 20 sec

Toward 30th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast Use the slight right lane.

Continue on CR 208

0.1 mi · 23 sec · 30th Street Northeast

Turn left onto SR 43

1.2 mi · 2 min · Market Avenue North

Use the left lane.

Turn slight left onto SR 43

1.2 mi · 1 min · Walnut Avenue Northeast

Continue on SR 43

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Walnut Avenue Southeast

Turn slight left onto SR 43

0.6 mi · 51 sec · Cherry Avenue Southeast

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward US 30 West: Massillon

Merge onto US 30

261 ft · 3 sec · US 30

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 77, US 62 East: Marietta, Akron Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 77 South: Marietta Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 77

23 mi · 24 min · I 77

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 250

9.9 mi · 10 min · US 250

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

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

Continue on SR 800

0.6 mi · 1 min · SR 800

At end of road, turn left onto SR 800

495 ft · 8 sec · Center Street

Continue on SR 800

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Jewett Avenue

Turn left onto SR 800

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Taylor Avenue

Turn slight right onto SR 800

6.0 mi · 9 min · Johnson Avenue

Turn right onto SR 258

7.7 mi · 13 min · SR 258

Turn left onto SR 342

188 ft · 3 sec · SR 342

Arrive at destination

SR 342

Trip Plan

Given the 1 hour and 52-minute duration and 91.3-mile length, this drive is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to leave South Canal in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid any potential rush hour traffic as you approach West Chester. The estimated fuel cost of $14 means you won't need to worry excessively about frequent fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Since this is a 'turn-heavy local drive' with no long stretches, keep your navigation handy and be mindful of speed limits in residential areas. No specific stops are recommended, so you can be spontaneous if you see something that catches your eye.

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 45.9 miles from South Canal, OH, or about 1h 10m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.6 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 20 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45.9 miles or 1h 10m 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 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Chester, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving South Canal, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Canal, OH

This is one driving day of about 91.8 miles and 2h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from South Canal, OH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 22.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Stark County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Canton, OH

46 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Newton Falls, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Canton, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45.9 miles from South Canal, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Eagle Truck Stop and Family Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New Philadelphia, Ohio

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.2

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13303394080

Visit website

Baker's Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Canton, Ohio

2.6 mi

SunnySide Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Alliance, Ohio

2.6 mi

Eagle Truck Stop and Family Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.2

New Philadelphia, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13303394080

Visit website

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour

Windham, Ohio

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 38.3 and 75.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

38.3 mi into trip | ~59m in

Take the exit toward 30th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward 30th Street Northeast, Martindale Road N...

38.6 mi into trip | ~59m in | SR 43 / Market Avenue North

Turn left onto SR 43 / Market Avenue North

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

41.9 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Take the exit toward I 77, US 62 East: Marietta, Akron

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 77, US 62 East: Marietta, Akron

42.1 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 77 South: Marietta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 77 South: Marietta

75.3 mi into trip | ~1h 42m 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

$14.25 one way

$28.49 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$15.81	$31.62
premium	$4.91	$17.74	$35.48
diesel	$5.61	$20.27	$40.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27.5	$9.64	$4.41
Efficient EV	23	$8.03	$3.67
EV Truck/SUV	36.7	$12.85	$5.88

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

South Canal, OH

Evening in South Canal on Sunday

Local time

5:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Chester, OH

Evening in West Chester on Sunday

Local time

5:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Canton, OH

46 mi in

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

22 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 9m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns and intersections rather than cruising on an open highway. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on local roads for the entire 91.3 miles. The absence of a 'longest stretch' metric suggests frequent changes in direction and speed. Be prepared for a drive that keeps you engaged with the local road network, offering a continuous experience of community streets and byways. This type of journey allows for a more intimate connection with the landscape you're passing through.

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 22.6 mi on I 77.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 225. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 91.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.6 miles (SR 43 / Market Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between South Canal, OH and West Chester, OH, road signs point toward 30Th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast, Akron and Newcomerstown.

30Th Street Northeast

38.3 mi in | ~59m

Martindale Road Northeast

38.3 mi in | ~59m

Akron

41.9 mi in | ~1h 5m

Newcomerstown

75.2 mi in | ~1h 42m | via US 250; SR 800

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 91.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 22.6 miles on I 77. 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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Chester, 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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Trip from South Canal, OH to West Chester, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Eagle Truck Stop and Family Restaurant

Eagle Truck Stop and Family Restaurant

Baker's Cafe

SunnySide Cafe

Ferraro's Family Restaurant

Samantha's Sunny Corner Restaurant

Gregory's Family Restaurant

AmpUp Charging Station

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

South Canal, OH

West Chester, OH

Same local time

22 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 9m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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