Skip to main content
US Trip Planner Logo
US Trip Planner

Trip from Vermilion, OH to Beavercreek, OH

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

Drive Time

3h 53m

Distance

171.9 mi

277 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 41m ★
6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 19m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m

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

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
city in Ohio, United States

Vermilion, OH

Wikimedia Commons

city in Ohio, United States

Beavercreek, OH

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

This 171.9-mile drive from Vermilion, OH, to Beavercreek, OH, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on US 36 and Hayes Avenue, with a 48% highway share, offering a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $27, making it an economical option. As both locations are within the Midwest region, you won't be crossing any major geographical or cultural divides. This route is ideal for a straightforward journey, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and stop planning.

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

85.9 miles from Vermilion, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 36 28.6 mi 34m
Hayes Avenue 25.3 mi 35m
Marion-Marysville Road 24.5 mi 35m
SR 2 20.9 mi 22m
Marion Road 15.1 mi 21m
SR 4 9 mi 10m
I 675 8.2 mi 9m
Columbus-Sandusky Road 8.2 mi 11m
Longest stretch: US 36 — 28.6 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Vermilion, OH and Beavercreek, OH.

1

Start on SR 60

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Main Street
2

At end of road, turn right onto SR 60

340 ft · 12 sec · South Street
3

Turn left onto SR 60

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Street
4

Continue on SR 60

0.6 mi · 1 min · State Road
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward SR 2 West: Toledo
6

Merge onto SR 2

21 mi · 22 min · SR 2
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward SR 4: Bucyrus, Sandusky
8

Turn left onto SR 4

3.9 mi · 5 min · Hayes Avenue
9

Enter roundabout onto SR 4

102 ft · 1 sec · Hayes Avenue
10

Continue on SR 4

21 mi · 30 min · Hayes Avenue
11

Continue on SR 4

8.2 mi · 11 min · Columbus-Sandusky Road
12

Continue on SR 4

3.5 mi · 4 min · STATE ROUTE 4
13

Continue on SR 4

4.0 mi · 5 min · State Route 4
14

Continue on SR 4

2.2 mi · 4 min · North Sandusky Avenue
15

Continue on SR 4; SR 98

0.7 mi · 2 min · South Sandusky Avenue
16

Turn slight right onto SR 4

15 mi · 21 min · Marion Road
17

Turn right onto SR 4

77 ft · 5 sec · SR 4
18

Continue on SR 4; SR 423

1.5 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
19

Turn right onto SR 4; SR 423

420 ft · 12 sec · Klerx Avenue
20

Turn left onto SR 4; SR 423

2.5 mi · 3 min · North Prospect Street
21

Continue on SR 4

24 mi · 35 min · Marion-Marysville Road
22

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
23

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4

1.5 mi · 2 min · SR 4
Toward US 33 West, US 36 West, SR 4 South
24

Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
25

Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4

28 mi · 33 min · US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
26

Turn right onto SR 334

3.7 mi · 4 min · State Route 334
27

Turn left

0.5 mi · 1 min
28

Merge onto US 68

4.3 mi · 4 min · US Route 68
29

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 7B Toward US 40 West, SR 4 West: Dayton
30

Turn left onto Upper Valley Pike

505 ft · 10 sec · Upper Valley Pike
31

Turn right onto US 40; SR 4

0.2 mi · 10 sec · West Main Street
32

Continue on US 40; SR 4

0.2 mi · 12 sec · West National Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4

7.5 mi · 8 min · SR 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 44 Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati Use the slight right lane.
35

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Exit 44A Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati Use the right lane.
37

Continue on I 675

8.2 mi · 9 min · I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Exit 17 Toward North Fairfield Road
39

Turn left onto North Fairfield Road

4.7 mi · 9 min · North Fairfield Road
Use the left / right lanes.
40

Arrive at destination

North Fairfield Road

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 3-hour and 53-minute duration, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion. Consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach Beavercreek. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, with an estimated cost of $27 for the trip; however, the longest stretch without significant towns is 28.6 miles on US 36, so plan accordingly for refueling before this segment if necessary.

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 85.9 miles from Vermilion, OH, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.6 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 38 miles or 47m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 85.9 miles or 1h 59m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 12m

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

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Vermilion, 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 Vermilion, OH

This is one driving day of about 171.9 miles and 3h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Vermilion, 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 36 for about 28.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

village in Ohio, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Plain City, OH

86 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

Green Creek, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashley, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85.9 miles from Vermilion, 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

Five Guys

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Springfield, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.3

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19373995000

Visit website

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Springfield, Ohio

0.5 mi

House of Thai Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Beavercreek, Ohio

0.8 mi

Five Guys

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.3

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19373995000

Visit website

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 147.3

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19373234566

Visit website

House of Thai Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 171.9

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+19374292236

Visit website

Berardi's Restaurant - Huron, OH

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.3

Huron, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14194334123

Visit website

Baires Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 85.9

Marion, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+17403833999

Studebaker's Country Restaurant on 41

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.3

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19375053041

Visit website

Culver’s

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.5

Marysville, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19375539279

Visit website

Tres Potrillos Mexican Restaurant Marysville

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.5

Marysville, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19377387253

Visit website

Level Up Pinball Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 171.9

Beavercreek, Ohio

Hours: 1–9 pm

+19379129741

Visit website

Merry-Go-Round Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 24.6

Sandusky, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+14196266111

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 158.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 60 / South Street

At end of road, turn right onto SR 60 / South Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
110.9 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | SR 4

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4 toward US 33 West, US 36 West, SR 4 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 33 West, US 36 West, SR 4 South
8
157.7 mi into trip | ~3h 31m in

Take the exit toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati

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 44 Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
7
157.9 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
8
158.3 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 44A Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.68 one way

$53.36 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $29.61 $59.22
premium $4.91 $33.22 $66.45
diesel $5.61 $37.95 $75.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 60.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51.6 0 $18.05 $8.25
Efficient EV 43 0 $15.04 $6.88
EV Truck/SUV 68.8 0 $24.07 $11.00

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 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 16, 2026

Origin

Vermilion, OH

Morning in Vermilion on Sunday

Local time

11:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Beavercreek, OH

Morning in Beavercreek on Sunday

Local time

11:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Plain City, OH

86 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

7 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 53m 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.

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 166
View on nps.gov
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 166
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is a balanced mix, featuring both highway segments and more local road navigation. With nearly half the journey on highways, expect periods of steady cruising, interspersed with stretches on two-lane roads like US 36 and Hayes Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.6 miles on US 36, providing a good opportunity to settle in. This profile suggests a dynamic drive, shifting from faster travel to more community-oriented routes as you progress toward Beavercreek.

48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.6 mi on US 36.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near SR 60 / South Street.

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 27 significant decision points across 171.9 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 0.2 miles (SR 60 / South Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 110.9 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.7 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 Vermilion, OH and Beavercreek, OH, road signs point toward Sandusky, Springfield and Cincinnati.

Sandusky

22.9 mi in | ~26m

Springfield

112.4 mi in | ~2h 38m | via US 36; SR 4

Cincinnati

157.7 mi in | ~3h 31m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 53m. Total distance: 171.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 28.6 miles on US 36. 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 Beavercreek, 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 0.2 miles (SR 60 / South Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 110.9 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Beavercreek, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Continue From Beavercreek, OH

East Palestine, OH 257.5 mi · 4h 58m Kirtland, OH 226.9 mi · 4h 17m Hough, OH 212.6 mi · 4h 3m Marlboro, OH 212.5 mi · 4h 7m

More from Vermilion, OH

Cincinnati, OH 228 mi · 4h 35m Kettering, OH 178.8 mi · 4h 1m Cleveland, OH 42.9 mi · 54m Lakewood, OH 35 mi · 44m

More trips to Beavercreek, OH

Randolph, OH 205.4 mi Shadyside, OH 201.6 mi Broadview Heights, OH 195.2 mi Middleburg Heights, OH 195.1 mi Elk, OH 186.9 mi Saint Clairsville, OH 186.4 mi
Escape planner: Vermilion, OH Scenic drives in OH

Explore more options from Vermilion, OH or browse trips ending in Beavercreek, OH.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OH road trips.