Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
78.4 mi
126 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Lexington, OH
Tom Fisk
West Chester, OH to New Lexington, OH is 78.4 miles and takes about 1h 48m via Cadiz Road and I-70, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward drive through Ohio. Expect a mixed driving experience that balances highway speeds with more local road travel. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for departure and arrival on the same day without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.2 miles from West Chester, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cadiz Road | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| I 70 | 20.7 mi | 22m |
| Saltillo Road | 11.5 mi | 20m |
| Maysville Pike | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| SR 342 | 5 mi | 8m |
| Smyrna Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Maysville Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| John Glenn Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester, OH and New Lexington, OH.
Start on SR 342
Turn right onto SR 342
Turn left onto SR 342
Turn right onto SR 800
Continue on SR 800
Continue on SR 800
Merge onto US 22; SR 800
Continue on US 22; SR 800
Continue on US 22
Turn slight right onto US 22; US 40
Turn slight left onto US 22; US 40
Turn right onto US 22; US 40
Turn left onto SR 723
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Continue on Elm Street
Turn left onto North 7th Street
Turn right onto US 22; SR 93
Turn left onto US 22; SR 93
Turn slight right onto US 22; SR 93
Continue on US 22; SR 93
Turn left onto SR 345
Continue on Brook Street
Continue on East Brown Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
With a drive time under two hours, this route offers significant flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your daylight hours upon arrival in New Lexington, OH. Since the longest stretch is just over 21 miles, you likely won't need to plan for many stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially with a projected cost of $12. Pay attention to the transitions between I-70 and the local roads like Cadiz Road, as these can sometimes involve quick exits or changes in traffic patterns.
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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.2 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Lexington, 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 78.4 miles and 1h 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.2 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 5.1 and 78.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto SR 342 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 22; SR 800 / Cadiz-Piedmont Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto North 7th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$12.17 one way
$24.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.50 | $27.01 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.15 | $30.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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 Tuesday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Morning in New Lexington on Tuesday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
50°F
Cambridge, OH
39 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route presents a mixed drive, with 33% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches of the more direct I-70, but also navigate sections on Cadiz Road and Saltillo Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 21.6 miles on Cadiz Road, suggesting a segment where you'll settle into a consistent pace. The transition between highway and local roads means you'll need to be adaptable to changing speed limits and road conditions throughout the journey.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near SR 342 / Main Street.
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 78.4 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 5.1 miles (SR 342 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (US 22; SR 800 / Cadiz-Piedmont Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 55.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
West Chester is a township in southwest Ohio, about midway between Dayton and Cincinnati, but is considered a suburb of Cincinnati.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 78.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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