Origin
Beavercreek, OH
Afternoon in Beavercreek on Friday
Local time
3:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beavercreek, OH to Hamilton, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
40.6 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beavercreek, OH
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Hamilton, OH
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Trip Overview
This 40.6-mile drive from Beavercreek to Hamilton, Ohio, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 53 minutes. It's a perfect option for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays and estimated to cost around $6 for fuel. The route primarily utilizes I-75 and I-675, with a portion on Hamilton Middletown Road, offering a mixed driving experience. Given its short duration and straightforward path through the Midwest region, this drive is ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely afternoon excursion.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 40.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 55% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster-paced interstate travel, including a notable 13.2-mile segment on I-75 without a break. The character of the drive shifts as you transition from the interstates to local roads like Hamilton Middletown Road, offering a blend of efficiency and a slightly more local feel as you approach your destination. This variety keeps the driving experience engaging without being overly demanding.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Indian Ripple Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 40.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (Indian Ripple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Indian Ripple Road
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
12.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
8
27 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward SR 63: Monroe, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29
Toward SR 63: Monroe, Lebanon
8
27.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 63 West: Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 63 West: Monroe
6
39.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
SR 128; SR 129; SR 177 / High Street
Turn right onto SR 128; SR 129; SR 177 / High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Beavercreek, OH to Hamilton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
27 mi in
|
~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| I 675 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Hamilton Middletown Road | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| Hamilton Lebanon Road East | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Indian Ripple Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Fairfield Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| High Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Erie Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 13.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Hamilton, OH.
1
Start on North Fairfield Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Fairfield Road
2
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Indian Ripple Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
4
Merge onto I 675
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 75
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 29
Toward SR 63: Monroe, Lebanon
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward SR 63 West: Monroe
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto SR 63
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Hamilton Lebanon Road East
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward SR 4 North: Middletown
11
Keep slight left at fork
262 ft
·
7 sec
12
Turn left onto SR 4
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Hamilton Middletown Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on SR 4
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Fairgrove Avenue
14
Continue on SR 4
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Erie Boulevard
15
Turn right onto SR 128; SR 129; SR 177
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on SR 129; SR 177
228 ft
·
15 sec
·
High Street
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
SR 129; SR 177
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.3 mi from Beavercreek, OH · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.3 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hamilton, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hamilton, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.30 one way
$12.60 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.99 | $13.99 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.85 | $15.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Hamilton, OH
Afternoon in Hamilton on Friday
Local time
3:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Franklin, OH
20 mi in
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
20 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
53m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Hamilton, OH covers 40.6 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 675, Hamilton Middletown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.3 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 $6.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 40.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (Indian Ripple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Beavercreek, OH to Hamilton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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