Origin
Brookville, OH
Evening in Brookville on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookville, OH to Cincinnati, OH
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
160.9 mi
259 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
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6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 46m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookville, OH
Tom Fisk
Cincinnati, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Brookville to Cincinnati, this 161-mile journey is best tackled as a straightforward day trip. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 54 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate through the Midwest. You will rely primarily on South Plains Road and US 33 East to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, it is an affordable excursion that does not require an overnight stay. Since both the origin and destination are located within Ohio, you will remain in the Midwest region throughout the entire trip.
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
80.4 miles from Brookville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. Because you will be navigating local roads, there is no single long stretch of highway; in fact, the longest uninterrupted stretch on South Plains Road is 0 miles. This makes the trip feel more involved, requiring your full attention as you transition between local roads. You should prepare for a varied driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over the monotony of major freeways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 129.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 160.9 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 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (US 50; SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 33 East, US 50 West, SR 32 West: Pomeroy, Chillicothe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 33 East, US 50 West, SR 32 West: Pome...
6
4.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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US 50; SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50; SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
152.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 471 North: Newport, Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 74B
Toward I 471 North: Newport, Cincinnati
9
159 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 42 North: Reading Road, Eden Park Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 2
Toward US 42 North: Reading Road, Eden Park Dri...
8
159.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 42 North: Reading Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 42 North: Reading Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway | 129.4 mi | 2h 35m |
| Circle Freeway | 10 mi | 11m |
| East Bentbrook Drive | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| I 471 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Luhrig Road | 2 mi | 7m |
| South Plains Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Ronald Reagan Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Reading Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
— 129.4 mi, about 2h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookville, OH and Cincinnati, OH.
1
Start on Luhrig Road
2.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Luhrig Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 682
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Plains Road
3
Enter roundabout onto SR 682
108 ft
·
3 sec
·
SR 682
4
Continue on SR 682
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
SR 682
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 33 East, US 50 West, SR 32 West: Pomeroy, Chillicothe
6
Merge onto US 33; US 50; SR 32
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50; SR 32
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 50; SR 32
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
East Bentbrook Drive
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 50; SR 32
128 mi
·
2 hr 34 min
·
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 275 South: Kentucky
11
Merge onto I 275
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Circle Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 275
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 74B
Toward I 471 North: Newport, Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 471
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
I 471
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 71
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 2
Toward US 42 North: Reading Road, Eden Park Drive
Use the slight left lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
520 ft
·
12 sec
Toward US 42 North: Reading Road
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto US 42
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Reading Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn straight onto Burnet Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Burnet Avenue
20
Turn left onto William Howard Taft Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
William Howard Taft Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Continue on Calhoun Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Calhoun Street
22
Turn left onto Ohio Avenue
340 ft
·
13 sec
·
Ohio Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Ohio Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of under three hours, you have the flexibility to leave at a time that best fits your schedule. Plan for at least one stop along the way to break up the technical, turn-heavy sections of the road. Keep your $23 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent turning rather than sustained highway speeds. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, prioritize checking your navigation frequently to stay on track along US 33 East.
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 80.4 miles from Brookville, OH, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.4 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 80.4 miles or 1h 43m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cincinnati, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brookville, 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 Brookville, OH
This is one driving day of about 160.9 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brookville, 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 James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway for about 129.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.4 mi from Brookville, OH · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.4 miles from Brookville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.4 miles.
Arriving in Cincinnati, OH
The final approach into Cincinnati, 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 Cincinnati, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.07 one way
$48.13 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $26.87 | $53.74 |
| premium | $4.79 | $30.34 | $60.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.75 | $71.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.3 | 0 | $16.89 | $7.72 |
| Efficient EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.08 | $6.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.53 | $10.30 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Cincinnati, OH
Evening in Cincinnati on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
9 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
3h 23m 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 Brookville, OH to Cincinnati, OH covers 160.9 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway, Circle Freeway, East Bentbrook Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.4 miles from Brookville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.07 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 14 significant decision points across 160.9 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 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (US 50; SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Brookville, OH to Cincinnati, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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