Trip from Beavercreek, OH to Belpre, OH

Drive Time

3h 27m

Distance

173.4 mi

279 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 15m ★
6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 51m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 33m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 50m
8 PM
3h 20m

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

Downtown Beavercreek, OH, OH

Beavercreek, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Downtown Belpre, OH, OH

Belpre, OH

Wolrider YURTSEVEN

Trip Overview

The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Belpre, OH covers 173.4 miles and takes about 3h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 35, James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway, SR 7 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98.5 miles on US 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.93 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

86.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 3h 27m highway drive covering 173.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 35 and James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 98.5 miles on US 35.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.5 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,074 ft 610 ft

Total Climb

540 ft

Total Descent

803 ft

Highest Point

1,074 ft

~21.7 mi in

Elevation Range

464 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 173.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward US 35 East: Xenia

Navigation decision point

Toward US 35 East: Xenia
5
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 35

Merge onto US 35

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
99.5 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in

Take the exit toward SR 32, SR 124: Athens, Cincinnati

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward SR 32, SR 124: Athens, Cincinnati
6
157 mi into trip | ~3h 4m in | US 50; SR 32

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50; SR 32 toward US 50 East, SR 32 East, SR 7 North: Belpre, Marietta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 50 East, SR 32 East, SR 7 North: Belp...
6
166.3 mi into trip | ~3h 16m in | US 50; SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between Beavercreek, OH and Belpre, OH, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Marietta.

Cincinnati

99.5 mi in | ~1h 55m

Marietta

157 mi in | ~3h 4m | via US 50; SR 32

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 35 98.5 mi 1h 52m
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway 50.4 mi 59m
SR 7 14.6 mi 18m
East Bentbrook Drive 7.1 mi 9m
North Fairfield Road 0.7 mi 1m
Main Street 0.7 mi 1m
US 50 0.6 mi 1m
3rd Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 35 — 98.5 mi, about 1h 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Belpre, OH.

1

Start on North Fairfield Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Fairfield Road
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward US 35 East: Xenia
3

Merge onto US 35

26 mi · 31 min · US 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight left at fork onto US 35

45 mi · 48 min · US 35
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
5

Keep slight left at fork onto US 35

27 mi · 32 min · US 35
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward SR 32, SR 124: Athens, Cincinnati Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight left at fork

380 ft · 11 sec
8

Turn left onto SR 32; SR 124

28 mi · 32 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
9

Continue on US 50; SR 32

7.1 mi · 9 min · East Bentbrook Drive
Use the straight lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 32

2.7 mi · 2 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
11

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 32

19 mi · 23 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
12

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50; SR 32

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 50; SR 32
Toward US 50 East, SR 32 East, SR 7 North: Belpre, Marietta
13

Merge onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32

8.7 mi · 10 min · US 50; SR 7; SR 32
Use the straight lane.
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32

5.9 mi · 7 min · US 50; SR 7; SR 32
Use the left lane.
15

Turn slight right onto SR 32

0.3 mi · 25 sec · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Toward SR 32, SR 618: Toll Bridge, Parkersburg, Belpre
16

Turn right onto SR 32; SR 618

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street
17

Turn right onto 3rd Street

0.2 mi · 49 sec · 3rd Street
18

Turn left

140 ft · 10 sec
19

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.5 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 86.7 miles or 1h 40m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belpre, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Beavercreek, 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 Beavercreek, OH

This is one driving day of about 173.4 miles and 3h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beavercreek, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 35 for about 98.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 86.7 mi from Beavercreek, OH · 1h 40m into the drive

Downtown Wellston, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wellston, OH

87 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

Wellston, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wellston, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 86.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.5 miles.

Arriving in Belpre, OH

The final approach into Belpre, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Belpre, OH.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.93 one way

$51.87 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.24 $28.96 $57.92
premium $4.79 $32.70 $65.40
diesel $5.64 $38.52 $77.05

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52 0 $18.21 $8.32
Efficient EV 43.4 0 $15.17 $6.94
EV Truck/SUV 69.4 0 $24.28 $11.10

Gas CO2

61 kg

EV CO2

20 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 data refreshed 17 hours ago

Origin

Beavercreek, OH

Evening in Beavercreek on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Mostly Cloudy

SE 7 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Destination

Belpre, OH

Evening in Belpre on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Partly Cloudy

E 2 mph 0% chance 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

6 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

3h 27m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Belpre, OH covers 173.4 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 35, James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway, SR 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.93 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 173.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Beavercreek, OH and Belpre, OH, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Marietta.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 610 ft to 1,074 ft elevation with about 540 ft of total climbing.

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