Traveling from Wellston to Beavercreek covers 105.2 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes of driving time. Since this route is well within a comfortable range for a single day, you do not need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel for this trip, making it a budget-friendly option for a day excursion. The path takes you across the Ohio Midwest, transitioning from the local roads of Wellston toward the Beavercreek area. Because there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to complete the entire journey in one go. It is a straightforward trip that serves as an efficient connection between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54 miles from Wellston, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 35
98.8 mi
1h 51m
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
4.8 mi
6m
South Pennsylvania Avenue
2.4 mi
4m
North Fairfield Road
0.9 mi
2m
SR 124
0.3 mi
<1m
East Broadway Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellston, OH and Beavercreek, OH.
1
Start on East Broadway Street
22 ft·8 sec·East Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto SR 93; SR 327
2.4 mi·4 min·South Pennsylvania Avenue
3
Take the ramp onto SR 124
0.3 mi·42 sec·SR 124
Toward SR 32 West, SR 124 West: Jackson
4
Merge onto SR 32; SR 124
4.8 mi·6 min·James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·28 sec
6
Keep slight left at fork
418 ft·10 sec
7
Turn right onto US 35
30 mi·35 min·US 35
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35
69 mi·1 hr 16 min·US 35
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Exit 44Toward SR 835 West
10
Turn left onto North Fairfield Road
0.9 mi·2 min·North Fairfield Road
11
Arrive at destination
North Fairfield Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 105.2-mile drive, plan your departure for a time when local traffic is light, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can feel more taxing during peak hours. Since the trip is relatively short, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your schedule. Budget roughly $15 for fuel before you head out, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a drive that relies entirely on local roads rather than high-speed interstates. One concrete tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between South Pennsylvania Avenue, SR 32 West, and James A before you leave. By staying alert at these junctions, you will navigate the 1 hour and 45-minute trip with much greater ease.
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 54 miles from Wellston, OH, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 24 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54 miles or 1h 5m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beavercreek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wellston, 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 Wellston, OH
This is one driving day of about 108 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Wellston, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 35 for about 98.8 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 106.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 93; SR 327 / South Pennsylvania Avenue
Turn left onto SR 93; SR 327 / South Pennsylvania Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in|SR 124
Take the ramp onto SR 124 toward SR 32 West, SR 124 West: Jackson
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 32 West, SR 124 West: Jackson
4
7.9 mi into trip|~11m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
37.6 mi into trip|~47m in|US 35
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35 toward US 35 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
5
106.8 mi into trip|~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward SR 835 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 44
Toward SR 835 West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.75 one way
$31.51 round trip
$3.71/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.24
$18.04
$36.07
premium
$4.79
$20.37
$40.73
diesel
$4.30
$18.30
$36.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.4
0
$11.34
$5.18
Efficient EV
27
0
$9.45
$4.32
EV Truck/SUV
43.2
0
$15.12
$6.91
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Wellston, OH
Late night
in Wellston on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Beavercreek, OH
Late night
in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
17 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
2h 6m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route contains zero highway miles. You will navigate using South Pennsylvania Avenue, SR 32 West, and James A, which keeps the experience focused on regional transit. Because the longest stretch on South Pennsylvania Avenue is 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent road changes and intersections throughout the 105.2-mile journey. This is a hands-on driving experience that requires more attention than a standard highway route. You will find yourself navigating local surfaces for the duration of the 1 hour and 45-minute trip, so keep your eyes on the road and be ready for turns.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 mi on US 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 93; SR 327 / South Pennsylvania Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 6m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 93; SR 327 / South Pennsylvania Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (SR 124): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 108 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on US 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 93; SR 327 / South Pennsylvania Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (SR 124): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Beavercreek, OH before heading back.
