Origin
Colerain, OH
Late night in Colerain on Monday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colerain, OH to Gallipolis, OH
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
152.8 mi
246 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
8 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colerain, OH
Eugene Laszczewski
Trip Overview
The drive from Colerain, OH to Gallipolis, OH covers 152.8 miles and takes about 3h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 7, Energy Road, Chelsea Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.3 miles on SR 7. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.85 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
76.4 miles from Colerain, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Colerain, OH to Gallipolis, OH covers 152.8 miles and takes about 3h 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 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,267 ft
569 ft
Total Climb
180 ft
Total Descent
874 ft
Highest Point
1,267 ft
Elevation Range
699 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 18 miles in near SR 872 / Ferry Landing Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 152.8 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 18 miles (SR 872 / Ferry Landing Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles (WV 2 / Lafayette Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 101.6 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
4
18 mi into trip
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~22m in
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SR 872 / Ferry Landing Road
Turn left onto SR 872 / Ferry Landing Road
Navigation decision point
4
18.9 mi into trip
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~24m in
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WV 2 / Lafayette Avenue
Turn right onto WV 2 / Lafayette Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
101.6 mi into trip
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~2h in
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US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athe...
5
102.2 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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US 50; SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7
Merge onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
128.7 mi into trip
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~2h 32m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Colerain, OH to Gallipolis, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Pomeroy along the way.
Pomeroy
101.6 mi in
|
~2h
|
via US 50
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 7 | 40.3 mi | 48m |
| Energy Road | 21.6 mi | 25m |
| Chelsea Street | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| 3rd Street | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| Ohio Valley Pike | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Corridor D | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| North 4th Avenue | 5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
SR 7
— 40.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colerain, OH and Gallipolis, OH.
1
Start on US 250
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Colerain Road
2
Continue on US 250
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Sunset Heights Road
3
Continue on US 250
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cadiz Pike
4
Turn right onto US 250
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Lincoln Avenue
5
Take the ramp onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
SR 767; SR 7 Alt
6
Merge onto SR 7
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Ohio Valley Pike
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
8
Turn left onto SR 872
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
·
Ferry Landing Road
9
Continue on WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
WV 2 Spur
10
Turn right onto WV 2
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Avenue
11
Continue on WV 2
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Energy Road
12
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Route 2
13
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
14
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
15
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North 4th Avenue
16
Turn left onto WV 2
269 ft
·
4 sec
·
Elizabeth Street
17
Turn right onto WV 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Chelsea Street
18
Continue on WV 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
3rd Street
19
Continue on WV 2
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
20
Take the exit onto WV 2
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
WV 2
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
22
Turn right onto US 50
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Corridor D
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
24
Merge onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 50; SR 7; SR 32
Use the straight lane.
25
Take the exit
9.6 mi
·
11 min
26
Continue on SR 7
14 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 7
27
Turn left onto SR 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
SR 7
Trip Plan
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 76.4 miles from Colerain, OH, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.3 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.4 miles or 1h 31m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gallipolis, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Colerain, 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 Colerain, OH
This is one driving day of about 152.8 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Colerain, 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 SR 7 for about 40.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.4 mi from Colerain, OH · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 76.4 miles from Colerain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gallipolis, OH
The final approach into Gallipolis, 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 Gallipolis, 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
$22.85 one way
$45.71 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $25.52 | $51.04 |
| premium | $4.79 | $28.82 | $57.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.95 | $67.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Parkersburg, WV
Tesla
6 DCFC
Whiteside Chevrolet GMC
Clairsville, OH
RED_E
2 DCFC
Elm Grove Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Wheeling, WV
Blink Network
2 DCFC
Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Glen Dale, WV
Blink Network
2 DCFC
MATHENY GMC 1
Parkersburg, WV
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
MARK PORTER 1 MARK PORTER 1
Pomeroy, OH
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
GALLIPOLIS COG S1
Gallipolis, OH
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
GALLIPOLIS COG S2
Gallipolis, OH
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 4
Blink Network: 2
RED_E: 1
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.04 | $7.33 |
| Efficient EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.37 | $6.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.1 | 0 | $21.39 | $9.78 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Gallipolis, OH
Late night in Gallipolis on Monday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
74°F
Newtown, PA
76 mi in
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
2 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 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 Colerain, OH to Gallipolis, OH covers 152.8 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 7, Energy Road, Chelsea Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.4 miles from Colerain, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.85 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 152.8 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 18 miles (SR 872 / Ferry Landing Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles (WV 2 / Lafayette Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 101.6 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Colerain, OH to Gallipolis, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Pomeroy along the way.
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