Trip from Beavercreek, OH to Willard, OH

Drive Time

3h 5m

Distance

133.5 mi

215 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 54m ★
6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m

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 Willard, OH, OH

Willard, OH

Nathan Marcam

Trip Overview

Traveling from Beavercreek to Willard covers 133.5 miles, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $20 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating through the Ohio Midwest, you will spend your time on a mix of roads, primarily SR 4 and Marion-Bucyrus Road. It is a straightforward route that provides a consistent, manageable experience for any driver, whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit.

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

66.8 miles from Beavercreek, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a mixed drive profile, balancing fast-paced highway segments with local road transitions. Roughly 58% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a steady rhythm to your travel. You can expect a fair amount of variety, as the roads shift between different classifications throughout the 133.5-mile span. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 42.2-mile run along SR 4, which allows you to settle into a comfortable pace. Overall, the road personality is functional and efficient, offering a predictable experience behind the wheel.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.2 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 12.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 133.5 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 12.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

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

6
12.8 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

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

Exit 26A Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
6
15.4 mi into trip | ~22m in | SR 4

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
8
26.6 mi into trip | ~34m in

Take the exit toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield

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 12 Toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
8
26.9 mi into trip | ~35m in

Keep slight right at fork toward SR 334 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward SR 334 East
6
60.8 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | SR 4

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4 toward SR 4 North: Marion

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 92 Toward SR 4 North: Marion

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Beavercreek, OH to Willard, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.

Springfield

26.6 mi in | ~34m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 4 42.2 mi 56m
Marion-Bucyrus Road 15.1 mi 21m
State Route 4 10.9 mi 13m
East Tiffin Street 8.4 mi 12m
Sandusky Avenue 8.2 mi 11m
I 675 7.9 mi 9m
West Sandusky Street 5.9 mi 7m
Mechanicsburg Road 5.2 mi 5m
Longest stretch: SR 4 — 42.2 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North Fairfield Road

4.6 mi · 9 min · North Fairfield Road
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
3

Merge onto I 675

7.9 mi · 9 min · I 675
Use the none lane.
4

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 26A Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
5

Merge onto I 70; SR 4

1.9 mi · 1 min · I 70; SR 4
6

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4

6.3 mi · 6 min · SR 4
Use the none lane.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward US 68 North: Urbana
8

Merge onto US 68

4.7 mi · 4 min · US 68
Use the none lane.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 12 Toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Toward SR 334 East Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto SR 334

3.4 mi · 3 min · State Route 334
12

At end of road, turn left onto SR 4

5.2 mi · 5 min · Mechanicsburg Road
13

Continue on SR 4

6.9 mi · 7 min · State Route 4
14

Continue on SR 4

5.9 mi · 7 min · West Sandusky Street
15

Turn slight left onto SR 4

9.6 mi · 10 min · SR 4
16

Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 4

2.5 mi · 3 min · US 36; SR 4
17

Take the exit onto SR 4

0.2 mi · 29 sec · SR 4
Exit 92 Toward SR 4 North: Marion
18

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4

26 mi · 38 min · SR 4
Exit 92 Toward SR 4 North: Marion
19

Turn right onto SR 4

0.2 mi · 25 sec · West Walnut Street
20

Turn left onto SR 4; SR 423

307 ft · 5 sec · Delaware Avenue
21

Turn straight onto SR 4; SR 423

1.3 mi · 2 min · South State Street
22

Turn left onto SR 4; SR 423

425 ft · 10 sec · Patten Street
23

Turn right onto SR 4; SR 423

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
24

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 4

280 ft · 4 sec · North Main Street
25

Turn straight onto SR 4

15 mi · 21 min · Marion-Bucyrus Road
26

Turn slight left onto SR 4; SR 98

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Sandusky Avenue
27

Continue on SR 4; SR 98

2.2 mi · 4 min · North Sandusky Avenue
28

Continue on SR 4

4.0 mi · 5 min · State Route 4
29

Continue on SR 4

3.5 mi · 4 min · STATE ROUTE 4
30

Continue on SR 4

8.2 mi · 11 min · Sandusky Avenue
31

Continue on SR 4

0.4 mi · 56 sec · South Main Street
32

Turn right onto US 224

8.4 mi · 12 min · East Tiffin Street
33

Turn left onto SR 103

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
34

Turn right onto SR 103

0.3 mi · 35 sec · West Tiffin Street
35

Arrive at destination

SR 103

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 5-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule. Since the route only requires one planned stop, you can easily handle the drive in a single push without feeling rushed. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, keeping that $20 estimate in mind as you navigate the transition between state routes. Because you are relying on SR 4 for a significant portion of the trip, ensure your vehicle is prepared for a mix of road types. Using that 42.2-mile stretch on SR 4 as your primary focus for pacing will help you manage your breaks effectively.

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 66.8 miles from Beavercreek, OH, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.2 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 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 66.8 miles or 1h 24m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willard, 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 133.5 miles and 3h 5m.

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 SR 4 for about 42.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 66.8 mi from Beavercreek, OH · 1h 24m into the drive

Downtown Columbus, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbus, OH

67 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

Columbus, OH

Fuel and coffee

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

Columbus, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 66.8 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Willard, OH

The final approach into Willard, 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 Willard, 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

$19.97 one way

$39.93 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.24 $22.30 $44.59
premium $4.79 $25.18 $50.35
diesel $5.64 $29.66 $59.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.1 0 $14.02 $6.41
Efficient EV 33.4 0 $11.68 $5.34
EV Truck/SUV 53.4 0 $18.69 $8.54

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (66% 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 55 minutes from now

Origin

Beavercreek, OH

Evening in Beavercreek on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Willard, OH

Evening in Willard on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

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

5 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 5m 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 Willard, OH covers 133.5 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 4, Marion-Bucyrus Road, State Route 4. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.8 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 $19.97 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 21 significant decision points across 133.5 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 12.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 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 Willard, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.

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