Origin
Chillicothe, OH
Afternoon in Chillicothe on Thursday
Local time
12:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chillicothe, OH to South Salem, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
19.9 mi
32 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chillicothe, OH
Angel Rkaoz
Trip Overview
The drive from Chillicothe, OH to South Salem, OH covers 19.9 miles and takes about 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 28, Western Avenue, Lyndon Salem Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.7 miles on State Route 28. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 19.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 30m highway drive covering 19.9 miles, with most of the trip on State Route 28 and Western Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.7 miles on State Route 28.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 28 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 28 and Western Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near SR 28 / State Route 28.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Chillicothe, OH to South Salem, OH is easy. At 30m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (SR 28 / State Route 28): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (Lyndon Salem Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
SR 28 / State Route 28
Turn right onto SR 28 / State Route 28
Navigation decision point
4
18.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Lyndon Salem Road
Turn left onto Lyndon Salem Road
Navigation decision point
4
19.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 28 | 13.7 mi | 20m |
| Western Avenue | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Lyndon Salem Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Stewart Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 28
— 13.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chillicothe, OH and South Salem, OH.
1
Start on US 50; SR 104
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn slight right onto US 50
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Western Avenue
3
Turn right onto SR 28
14 mi
·
20 min
·
State Route 28
4
Turn left onto Lyndon Salem Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndon Salem Road
5
Continue on Stewart Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Stewart Street
6
Turn right
173 ft
·
12 sec
7
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.09 one way
$6.18 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.85 | $7.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
South Salem, OH
Afternoon in South Salem on Thursday
Local time
12:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
30m 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 Chillicothe, OH to South Salem, OH covers 19.9 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 28, Western Avenue, Lyndon Salem Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.9 miles from Chillicothe, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.09 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.
The drive from Chillicothe, OH to South Salem, OH is easy. At 30m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (SR 28 / State Route 28): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (Lyndon Salem Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Chillicothe, OH to South Salem, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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