Origin
West Chester, OH
Morning in West Chester on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
1h 46m
Distance
67.8 mi
109 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lisbon, OH
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West Chester, OH to Lisbon, OH is 67.8 miles and takes about 1h 46m via Kensington Road Northeast, US 30, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically within Ohio, offering a straightforward journey. The drive is generally a mixed one, meaning you'll experience both highway driving and more local road sections. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pace. It’s a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Ohio locations without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.9 miles from West Chester, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kensington Road Northeast | 16.2 mi | 28m |
| Roswell Road Southwest | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| US 30 | 9 mi | 12m |
| SR 258 | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| SR 800 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| State Route 39 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Barnhill Road Southeast | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Water Street | 2.7 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester, OH and Lisbon, OH.
Start on SR 342
Turn right onto SR 258
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 258
Turn left onto SR 800
Turn slight left onto SR 800
Turn right onto SR 800
Continue on SR 800
Turn right onto SR 800
Turn left onto SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
Take the exit
Turn right onto Barnhill Road Southeast
Continue on CR 68
Turn right onto SR 39
Continue on SR 39
Turn straight onto SR 39
Continue on SR 39; SR 212
Continue on SR 39
Turn right onto SR 39
Continue on SR 39
Continue on SR 39; SR 43
Turn left onto SR 9
Continue on SR 9
Continue on SR 9
Continue on US 30
Turn right onto SR 164
Arrive at destination
Given that this is a 1-day trip covering 67.8 miles and taking under two hours, you have considerable flexibility. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample time for any unexpected delays or spontaneous stops. While only 1 hour and 46 minutes of driving, factor in time for potential traffic, especially if traveling during peak hours. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, so ensure your vehicle is adequately fueled before you leave West Chester. There are no designated stops mentioned, but the longest stretch is 16.2 miles, so plan for a brief pause around that point if needed for a stretch or to grab a drink.
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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.9 miles or 51m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lisbon, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Chester, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Chester, OH
This is one driving day of about 67.8 miles and 1h 46m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from West Chester, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 18.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto SR 258
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 258
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto SR 800
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Midvale, Barnhill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$10.52 one way
$21.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.10 | $26.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Morning in West Chester on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
56°F
Glens Cottage Area, OH
34 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
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.
The drive from West Chester to Lisbon presents a mixed driving profile, with 43% of the route on highways. You'll encounter stretches on roads like Kensington Road Northeast and Roswell Road Southwest, interspersed with sections of US 30. The longest continuous drive without a significant change in road type is 16.2 miles along Kensington Road Northeast. This means you'll experience a variety of driving conditions, from potentially faster-paced highway segments to more winding or slower local road segments as you progress towards Lisbon. Expect to navigate through varied terrain that keeps the driving experience dynamic.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 258.
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 67.8 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (SR 258): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 258): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 7.7 miles (SR 800): Navigation decision point.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Chester, OH and Lisbon, OH, road signs point toward New Philadelphia, Midvale and Barnhill.
New Philadelphia
Midvale
Barnhill
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 67.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). 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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