Origin
Wilmington, OH
Late night in Wilmington on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilmington, OH to Middletown, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
35.7 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilmington, OH
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Middletown, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Wilmington and Middletown, Ohio, you are looking at a straightforward 35.3-mile journey that typically takes about 51 minutes. This trip is well-suited for a quick day excursion, as it requires only a single day to complete comfortably without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via North Walnut Street, East Locust Street, and North South Street to get between these two Midwest locations. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, it is an economical choice for commuters or casual travelers. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you have the flexibility to manage your own pace throughout the drive. This route is a practical link for anyone moving across this specific stretch of the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Bypass | 24.9 mi | 36m |
| North Verity Parkway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| East 2nd Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Riley Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Middletown Pike | 1 mi | 1m |
| Xenia Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| North South Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Canal Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Wilmington Bypass
— 24.9 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmington, OH and Middletown, OH.
1
Start on US 22; SR 3; SR 134
410 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
433 ft
·
26 sec
·
North Walnut Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 22; SR 3; SR 134
430 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Locust Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto US 68
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
North South Street
5
Turn left onto US 68
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Xenia Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward SR 73 West: Waynesville
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto SR 73
25 mi
·
36 min
·
Wilmington Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on SR 73
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East 2nd Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 73 Truck
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Riley Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on SR 73
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Middletown Pike
11
Continue on SR 73
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North Verity Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on SR 4; SR 73
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Canal Street
13
Turn left onto Central Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Central Avenue
14
Turn left onto Clark Street
122 ft
·
5 sec
·
Clark Street
15
Arrive at destination
Clark Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from Wilmington, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 28.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Walnut Street
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street
Turn left onto US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward SR 73 West: Waynesville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward SR 73 West: Waynesville
5
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
SR 73 / Wilmington Bypass
Merge onto SR 73 / Wilmington Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
28.8 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
SR 73 Truck / Riley Boulevard
Turn left onto SR 73 Truck / Riley Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.54 one way
$11.08 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.15 | $12.30 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Middletown, OH
Late night in Middletown on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route maintains a zero percent highway share. You will spend your time navigating local streets, meaning you should stay alert for frequent changes in direction. Since the longest stretch is zero miles on North Walnut Street, the road keeps you engaged with constant maneuvering rather than long, monotonous segments. The character of the drive is defined by its localized nature, reflecting a traditional Midwest transit through inland roads. You will find that the lack of highway miles creates a consistent, hands-on driving environment from start to finish.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.9 mi on Wilmington Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Walnut Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 35.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (North Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 35.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.9 miles on Wilmington Bypass. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Middletown, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 0.1 miles (North Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Middletown, 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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