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Trip from Beavercreek, OH to Defiance, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 44m

Distance

127.4 mi

205 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 34m ★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m

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

city in Ohio, United States

Beavercreek, OH

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city in and the county seat of Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Defiance, OH

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Trip Overview

The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Defiance, OH covers 127.4 miles and takes about 2h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 35 West, Smithville Road, South Smithville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.77 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

63.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 127.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 44m drive with frequent turns across 127.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 35 West is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Defiance, OH is easy. At 2h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Beavercreek, OH to Defiance, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 35 West
Smithville Road
South Smithville Road
East 3rd Street
North Findlay Street
Findlay Street
Stanley Avenue
I 75 North

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: US 35 West — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North Fairfield Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · North Fairfield Road
2

Take the ramp left toward US 35 West: Dayton

0.2 mi · 28 sec · US 35 West: Dayton
3

Merge slight left

4.2 mi · 5 min
4

Take the exit slight right toward Smithville Road

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Smithville Road
5

Turn right onto South Smithville Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Smithville Road
6

Turn left onto East 3rd Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · East 3rd Street
7

Turn right onto North Findlay Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Findlay Street
8

Continue on Findlay Street

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Findlay Street
9

Continue on Stanley Avenue

1.4 mi · 2 min · Stanley Avenue
10

Take the ramp right toward I 75 North: Toledo

0.2 mi · 29 sec · I 75 North: Toledo
11

Merge slight left

66 mi · 1 hr 11 min
12

Take the exit slight right toward SR 65: Lima, Uniopolis

0.2 mi · 30 sec · SR 65: Lima, Uniopolis
13

Turn left onto St Johns Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · St Johns Road
14

Continue on St Johns Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · St Johns Avenue
15

Turn slight right onto South Pine Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · South Pine Street
16

Turn left onto East Elm Street

0.2 mi · 17 sec · East Elm Street
17

Turn right onto South Central Avenue

0.4 mi · 39 sec · South Central Avenue
18

Turn left onto East North Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · East North Street
19

Turn right onto North Elizabeth Street

0.6 mi · 58 sec · North Elizabeth Street
20

Turn left onto West Grand Avenue

476 ft · 12 sec · West Grand Avenue
21

Turn right onto North West Street

3.1 mi · 4 min · North West Street
22

Turn slight right onto Ottawa Road

2.6 mi · 3 min · Ottawa Road
23

Continue on South Perrysburg Road

0.2 mi · 14 sec · South Perrysburg Road
24

Continue on Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road

14 mi · 18 min · Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road
25

Continue on North Perry Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · North Perry Street
26

Turn left onto North Defiance Street

25 mi · 38 min · North Defiance Street
27

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Ottawa Avenue;Cleveland Avenue

108 ft · 2 sec · Ottawa Avenue;Cleveland Avenue
28

Exit the rotary onto Ottawa Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · Ottawa Avenue
29

Continue on Douglas Street

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Douglas Street
30

Turn left onto East 2nd Street

0.3 mi · 26 sec · East 2nd Street
31

Turn right onto Auglaize Street

26 ft · 1 sec · Auglaize Street
32

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH, or about 1h 22m into the drive.

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 28 miles or 36m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 63.7 miles or 1h 22m 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 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Defiance, 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 127.4 miles and 2h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 63.7 mi from Beavercreek, OH · 1h 22m into the drive

Downtown Beaverdam, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beaverdam, OH

64 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

Huber Heights, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beaverdam, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 63.7 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Defiance, OH

The final approach into Defiance, 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 Defiance, 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

$19.77 one way

$39.54 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $21.94 $43.89
premium $4.91 $24.62 $49.24
diesel $5.61 $28.13 $56.26

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: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.2 0 $13.38 $6.12
Efficient EV 31.9 0 $11.15 $5.10
EV Truck/SUV 51 0 $17.84 $8.15

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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 as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Beavercreek, OH

Late night in Beavercreek on Saturday

Local time

1:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Defiance, OH

Late night in Defiance on Saturday

Local time

1:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°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

13 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

2h 44m 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 Defiance, OH covers 127.4 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 35 West, Smithville Road, South Smithville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 63.7 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 $19.77 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The drive from Beavercreek, OH to Defiance, OH is easy. At 2h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Beavercreek, OH to Defiance, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Beavercreek, OH to Defiance, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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