Carriage Inn Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Enon, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+19378641307
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
114.8 mi
185 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Mount Vernon, OH
Michaela Schmidt
The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Mount Vernon, OH covers 114.8 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest, I 670 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.1 miles on I 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.82 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.
Midpoint
57.4 miles from Beavercreek, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 114.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 2h 26m highway drive covering 114.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest. The longest continuous stretch is about 51.1 miles on I 70.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 64.6 miles in near I 670.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 114.8 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 64.6 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.9 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Morse Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 36; SR 3; SR 229 / Public Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 51.1 mi | 55m |
| Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| I 670 | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| I 675 | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| Granville Road | 7.4 mi | 13m |
| Johnstown Road | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| North Fairfield Road | 4.6 mi | 9m |
| Morse Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Mount Vernon, OH.
Start on North Fairfield Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 675
Take the exit
Merge onto I 70; SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 270
Take the exit
Turn right onto Morse Road
Enter roundabout onto US 62
Continue on US 62
Enter roundabout onto US 62
Continue on US 62
Enter roundabout onto US 62
Continue on US 62
Continue on US 62
Continue on US 62
Continue on US 62
Continue on US 62
Turn left onto SR 661
Continue on SR 661
Continue on South Main Street
Turn left onto SR 13
Continue on SR 13
Turn right onto SR 13
Turn left onto US 36; SR 229
Enter roundabout onto US 36; SR 3; SR 229
Arrive at destination
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 25 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Vernon, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Beavercreek, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 114.8 miles and 2h 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.4 mi from Beavercreek, OH · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 57.4 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Enon, Ohio
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+19378641307
House of Thai Restaurant
Beavercreek, Ohio
EL Riacho Mexican Restaurant
Fairborn, Ohio
Top Coffee Stop
Columbus, Ohio
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
Bottoms Up Coffee
Columbus, Ohio
Cure Coffee and Cocktails
Columbus, Ohio
Near the start, right off the route
Enon, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+19378641307
Near the start, right off the route
Beavercreek, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+19374292236
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Fairborn, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+19378780500
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+16147251077
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–1 pm
+16149470011
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Springfield, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19373257898
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Springfield, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm
+19373240041
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Springfield, Ohio
Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm
+19375053537
Around the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
Around the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm
+16146622212
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Beavercreek, Ohio
Hours: 1–9 pm
+19379129741
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm
+16142025197
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+16144077721
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Regular Gas
$17.82 one way
$35.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $19.77 | $39.55 |
| premium | $4.91 | $22.19 | $44.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.35 | $50.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.05 | $5.51 |
| Efficient EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.07 | $7.35 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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 Beavercreek on Saturday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Morning in Mount Vernon on Saturday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
51°F
New Albany, OH
57 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.
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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