Origin
Beavercreek, OH
Late night in Beavercreek on Saturday
Local time
2:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beavercreek, OH to Blue Ash, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 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 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
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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Blue Ash, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Blue Ash, OH covers 41.4 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, US 42, Waynesville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.5 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Blue Ash, OH covers 41.4 miles and takes about 1h 2m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.5 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 13.2 miles in near US 42.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 13.2 miles (US 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (Bypass 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
13.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 42
Turn right onto US 42
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
20.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Bypass 48
Turn left onto Bypass 48
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
40.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
8
40.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward Blue Ash Road, Kenwood Road
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 32A
Toward Blue Ash Road, Kenwood Road
6
40.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 13.5 mi | 15m |
| US 42 | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Waynesville Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| SR 48 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Bellbrook Road | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Alpha Bellbrook Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Bypass 48 | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Fairfield Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 13.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Blue Ash, OH.
1
Start on North Fairfield Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Fairfield Road
2
Turn left onto C-80
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Swigart Road
3
Turn right onto C-2
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Alpha Bellbrook Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto C-86
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Upper Bellbrook Road
5
Continue on C-86
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Upper Bellbrook Road
6
Continue on North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
7
Continue on C-90
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Waynesville Road
8
Continue on C-29
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellbrook Road
9
Turn straight onto T-50
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Stage Road
10
Turn left onto Franklin Road
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Franklin Road
11
Turn left onto Franklin Road
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Franklin Road
12
Turn right onto US 42
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
US 42
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Bypass 48
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Bypass 48
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on SR 48
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 48
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
16
Merge onto I 71
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 14
Toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto SR 126
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 32A
Toward Blue Ash Road, Kenwood Road
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right
432 ft
·
25 sec
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto Kenwood Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenwood Road
22
Turn left onto Cooper Road
430 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cooper Road
23
Arrive at destination
Cooper Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.7 mi from Beavercreek, OH · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blue Ash, OH
The final approach into Blue Ash, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.43 one way
$12.85 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 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 | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
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
Blue Ash, OH
Late night in Blue Ash on Saturday
Local time
2:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Centerville, OH
21 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
1 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
1h 2m 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 Blue Ash, OH covers 41.4 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, US 42, Waynesville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.7 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 $6.43 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.2 miles (US 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (Bypass 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Beavercreek, OH to Blue Ash, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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