Origin
Clayton, OH
Evening in Clayton on Wednesday
Local time
8:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clayton, OH to Piqua, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.1 mi
15 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Piqua, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clayton, OH to Piqua, OH covers 9.1 miles and takes about 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 185, Covington Avenue, Rangeline Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.9 miles on SR 185. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.41 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.5 miles from Clayton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 18m highway drive covering 9.1 miles, with most of the trip on SR 185 and Covington Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 6.9 miles on SR 185.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 185 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 185 and Covington Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Rangeline Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Rangeline Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 185): Navigation decision point; at 7.6 miles (US 36 / Covington Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Rangeline Road
Turn right onto Rangeline Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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SR 185
Turn right onto SR 185
Navigation decision point
4
7.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
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US 36 / Covington Avenue
Turn left onto US 36 / Covington Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
8.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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South College Street
At end of road, turn right onto South College Street
Navigation decision point
3
8.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Wood Street
Turn left onto Wood Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 185 | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| Covington Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Rangeline Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Wood Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| South College Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Downing Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Clayton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 185
— 6.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton, OH and Piqua, OH.
1
Start on Clayton Street
138 ft
·
8 sec
·
Clayton Street
2
Turn right onto Rangeline Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Rangeline Road
3
Turn right onto SR 185
6.9 mi
·
12 min
·
SR 185
4
Turn left onto US 36
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Covington Avenue
5
At end of road, turn right onto South College Street
271 ft
·
10 sec
·
South College Street
6
Turn left onto Wood Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Wood Street
7
Turn right onto South Downing Street
161 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Downing Street
8
Arrive at destination
South Downing Street
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.5 miles from Clayton, OH, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.9 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 9 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Piqua, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Clayton, OH.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clayton, OH
This is one driving day of about 9.1 miles and 18m.
At 9.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on SR 185 for about 6.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.5 mi from Clayton, OH · 9m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.5 miles from Clayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Piqua, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Piqua, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.41 one way
$2.82 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $1.57 | $3.13 |
| premium | $4.91 | $1.76 | $3.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.96 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Piqua, OH
Evening in Piqua on Wednesday
Local time
8:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
38 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
18m 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 Clayton, OH to Piqua, OH covers 9.1 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 185, Covington Avenue, Rangeline 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 4.5 miles from Clayton, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.41 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 is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Rangeline Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 185): Navigation decision point; at 7.6 miles (US 36 / Covington Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Clayton, OH to Piqua, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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