Origin
Tiffin, OH
Afternoon in Tiffin on Sunday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
139.5 mi
225 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tiffin, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Beavercreek, OH
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Tiffin to Beavercreek is 139.5 miles and takes about 2 hours 51 minutes via I 75 and US 224, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a relatively quick transit with minimal fuss. This route is best suited for those prioritizing speed and efficiency over leisurely exploration.
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
69.7 miles from Tiffin, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 102.3 mi | 1h 50m |
| US 224 | 22.4 mi | 33m |
| US 35 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| East Main Cross Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| East Perry Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Market Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Fairfield Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Webster Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Tiffin, OH and Beavercreek, OH.
Start on SR 18; SR 101
Turn left onto SR 100; SR 231
Turn left onto SR 18; SR 101
Continue on SR 18
Turn slight right onto SR 18
Continue on US 224
Enter roundabout onto US 224
Continue on US 224
Turn left onto North Blanchard Street
Turn slight right onto Central Parkway
Turn slight right onto East Main Cross Street
Take the exit
Merge onto I 75; SR 15
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto Webster Street
At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street
Turn right onto South Keowee Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 35
Take the exit
Turn left onto North Fairfield Road
Arrive at destination
Given the short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is ideal for a same-day excursion. You can depart Tiffin any time of day and still arrive in Beavercreek with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $22, planning is minimal. Pay attention to traffic conditions on I 75, as it's the primary artery for this route and can experience congestion. Consider leaving early in the morning to maximize your day at your destination.
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.
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 31 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.7 miles or 1h 30m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beavercreek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Tiffin, 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 Tiffin, OH
This is one driving day of about 139.5 miles and 2h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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.
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 69.7 miles from Tiffin, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.5 and 138.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto US 224
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward SR 4 North: Springfield, Webster Street, Keowee Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Webster Street, Keowee Street North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward North Fairfield Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$21.65 one way
$43.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $24.03 | $48.06 |
| premium | $4.91 | $26.96 | $53.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.80 | $61.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 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 | 41.9 | 0 | $14.65 | $6.70 |
| Efficient EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.21 | $5.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.53 | $8.93 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Tiffin on Sunday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 95% of the journey on major roadways. You'll encounter a consistent pace for the majority of the trip, including a long stretch of 102.3 miles on I 75. This means you can settle in and maintain a steady speed for a significant portion of your travel. The profile is clearly highway-focused, suggesting limited detours or winding local roads. Expect a largely predictable driving environment designed for efficient travel between these two Ohio locations.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 224. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.5 miles in near US 224.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 139.5 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 9.5 miles (US 224): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 129.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tiffin, OH to Beavercreek, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Keowee Street North along the way.
Keowee Street North
Beavercreek is the biggest city in Greene County Ohio, and a large suburb of Dayton. It is home to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, and to the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 139.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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