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Trip from West Chester, OH to Lisbon, OH

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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 39m ★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m

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

village in Ohio, USA

Lisbon, OH

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Trip Overview

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 .

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: Kensington Road Northeast — 16.2 mi, about 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on SR 342

188 ft · 6 sec · SR 342
2

Turn right onto SR 258

0.1 mi · 14 sec · SR 258
3

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 258

7.5 mi · 13 min · SR 258
4

Turn left onto SR 800

6.0 mi · 8 min · SR 800
5

Turn slight left onto SR 800

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Taylor Avenue
6

Turn right onto SR 800

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Jewett Avenue
7

Continue on SR 800

495 ft · 12 sec · Center Street
8

Turn right onto SR 800

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Stillwater Avenue
9

Turn left onto SR 800

1.1 mi · 1 min · SR 800
10

Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800

0.3 mi · 41 sec · US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
11

Turn right onto US 250; SR 800

2.7 mi · 3 min · Water Street
12

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 20 sec
Toward Midvale, Barnhill
13

Turn right onto Barnhill Road Southeast

1.0 mi · 1 min · Barnhill Road Southeast
14

Continue on CR 68

2.3 mi · 3 min · Barnhill Road Southeast
15

Turn right onto SR 39

4.9 mi · 7 min · State Route 39
16

Continue on SR 39

1.1 mi · 1 min · Roswell Road Southwest
17

Turn straight onto SR 39

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Church Street
18

Continue on SR 39; SR 212

4.7 mi · 6 min · Roswell Road Southwest
19

Continue on SR 39

0.2 mi · 18 sec · South Smith Street
20

Turn right onto SR 39

0.3 mi · 29 sec · West Main Street
21

Continue on SR 39

7.1 mi · 10 min · Roswell Road Southwest
22

Continue on SR 39; SR 43

0.4 mi · 44 sec · West Main Street
23

Turn left onto SR 9

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Lisbon Street
24

Continue on SR 9

9.1 mi · 15 min · Kensington Road Northeast
25

Continue on SR 9

7.2 mi · 12 min · Kensington Road Northeast
26

Continue on US 30

9.0 mi · 12 min · US 30
27

Turn right onto SR 164

64 ft · 1 sec · South Market Street
28

Arrive at destination

SR 164

Trip Plan

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.

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 33.9 miles from West Chester, OH, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.2 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 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.

Before You Leave

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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.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from West Chester, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Kensington Road Northeast for about 16.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Glens Cottage Area, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Glens Cottage Area, OH

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Dennison, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Glens Cottage Area, OH

Meal break

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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

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.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 258

Turn right onto SR 258

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 258

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 258

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
7.7 mi into trip | ~13m in | SR 800

Turn left onto SR 800

Navigation decision point

5
15.9 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 250; SR 800

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

Toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville,...
5
18.9 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the exit toward Midvale, Barnhill

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

Toward Midvale, Barnhill

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.52 one way

$21.04 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

West Chester, OH

Morning in West Chester on Sunday

Local time

8:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lisbon, OH

Morning in Lisbon on Sunday

Local time

8:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

11 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

1h 46m 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?

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.

43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.2 mi on Kensington Road Northeast.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

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.

Driving Effort 5/10

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.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

15.9 mi in | ~25m | via US 250; SR 800

Midvale

18.9 mi in | ~29m

Barnhill

18.9 mi in | ~29m

Who Is This Route For?

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 16.2 miles on Kensington Road Northeast. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lisbon, 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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