Trip from East Liverpool, OH to Middletown, OH

Drive Time

5h 7m

Distance

252.6 mi

407 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 54m ★

6 AM

5h 8m

8 AM

5h 34m

10 AM

5h 17m

12 PM

5h 14m

3 PM

5h 18m

5 PM

5h 33m

8 PM

4h 59m

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

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East Liverpool, OH

Balázs Gábor

Middletown, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Trip Overview

Connecting East Liverpool to Middletown, this 252.6-mile journey across Ohio is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that typically takes about 5 hours and 7 minutes. Because the entire route remains within the Midwest, you can expect a consistent regional feel as you traverse the state. With a total estimated fuel cost of $38, it is an economical trip that fits easily into a single day of travel. You will primarily navigate via I-70, the South Freeway, and Cadiz Road. While one stop is recommended to break up the drive, the duration is manageable enough that an overnight stay is rarely necessary for most travelers.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

126.3 miles from East Liverpool, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip dominated by high-speed transit, with approximately 73% of your time spent on major highways. The road's personality is defined by efficiency, featuring a mix of interstate cruising and local connector segments. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch of 66.5 miles while on I-70, which allows you to settle into a comfortable rhythm behind the wheel. As you transition between the interstate and the secondary roads like Cadiz Road, the driving environment shifts from wide-open lanes to more localized traffic patterns. It is a functional, no-nonsense route designed to get you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 154.9 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 252.6 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 154.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 155.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 155.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

154.9 mi into trip | ~3h 5m in

Take the exit toward I 270 South, I 270 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 108 Toward I 270 South, I 270 North

155.1 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 270 South

155.5 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 270 South

167.3 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in

Take the exit toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 55 Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus

167.9 mi into trip | ~3h 22m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 71 South: Cincinnati

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 55B Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from East Liverpool, OH to Middletown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.

Columbus

167.3 mi in | ~3h 20m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 70	66.5 mi	1h 12m
South Freeway	56.2 mi	1h
Cadiz Road	21.6 mi	24m
SR 73	20.8 mi	31m
Cadiz-Piedmont Road	16.8 mi	22m
US 22	14.7 mi	15m
SR 7	11.5 mi	16m
Jack Nicklaus Freeway	10.9 mi	12m

Longest stretch: I 70 — 66.5 mi, about 1h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Liverpool, OH and Middletown, OH.

Start on Broadway Street

365 ft · 9 sec · Broadway Street

Turn left onto East 6th Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · East 6th Street

Turn right onto Dresden Avenue

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Dresden Avenue

Turn left onto Webber Way

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Webber Way

Continue on West 8th Street

10 mi · 14 min · West 8th Street

Continue on SR 7

12 mi · 16 min · SR 7

Turn right onto SR 213

229 ft · 3 sec · SR 213

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Merge onto US 22

15 mi · 15 min · US 22

Continue on US 22

8.4 mi · 10 min · Cadiz-Steubenville Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 22

17 mi · 22 min · Cadiz-Piedmont Road

Continue on US 22; SR 800

22 mi · 24 min · Cadiz Road

Continue on US 22

1.2 mi · 1 min · Highland Avenue

Turn slight right onto US 22; US 40

0.6 mi · 1 min · Wheeling Avenue

Turn slight left onto US 22; US 40

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Dewey Avenue

Turn right onto US 22; US 40

1.8 mi · 2 min · John Glenn Highway

Turn left onto SR 723

0.3 mi · 25 sec · SR 723

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Merge onto I 70

66 mi · 1 hr 12 min · I 70

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Exit 108 Toward I 270 South, I 270 North Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 270 South Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward I 270 South Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 270

11 mi · 12 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway

Use the none / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 55 Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 55B Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto I 71

56 mi · 1 hr · South Freeway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Exit 45 Toward SR 73: Waynesville

Turn right onto SR 73

21 mi · 31 min · SR 73

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto SR 73 Truck

1.1 mi · 1 min · Riley Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Continue on SR 73

1.0 mi · 1 min · Middletown Pike

Continue on SR 73

4.3 mi · 6 min · North Verity Parkway

Use the none lane.

Continue on SR 4; SR 73

0.3 mi · 38 sec · North Canal Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Central Avenue

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Central Avenue

Turn left onto Clark Street

122 ft · 5 sec · Clark Street

Arrive at destination

Clark Street

Trip Plan

To ensure a smooth journey, plan your departure to avoid peak traffic hours, especially when navigating the transition points between the highways. Since this is a one-day trip, utilize your single recommended stop strategically to refuel and stretch your legs around the midway point. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $38 estimated cost can fluctuate based on current local prices along the I-70 corridor. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected congestion on the South Freeway. By keeping your pace steady and utilizing the highway stretches effectively, you will find the drive across Ohio straightforward and predictable.

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 126.3 miles from East Liverpool, OH, or about 2h 34m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 126.3 miles or 2h 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middletown, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving East Liverpool, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 East Liverpool, OH

This is one driving day of about 252.6 miles and 5h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Liverpool, 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 I 70 for about 66.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 126.3 mi from East Liverpool, OH · 2h 34m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

126 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

Mechanicsburg, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbus, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 126.3 miles from East Liverpool, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.

Arriving in Middletown, OH

The final approach into Middletown, 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 Middletown, 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

$37.78 one way

$75.56 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.24	$42.19	$84.37
premium	$4.79	$47.64	$95.27
diesel	$5.64	$56.12	$112.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	75.8	0	$26.52	$12.12
Efficient EV	63.2	0	$22.10	$10.10
EV Truck/SUV	101	1	$35.36	$16.17

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

East Liverpool, OH

Evening in East Liverpool on Sunday

Local time

7:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Middletown, OH

Evening in Middletown on Sunday

Local time

7:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

54°F

Mansfield, OH

126 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

5h 7m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from East Liverpool, OH to Middletown, OH covers 252.6 miles and takes about 5h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 70, South Freeway, Cadiz 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 126.3 miles from East Liverpool, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.78 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from East Liverpool, OH to Middletown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.

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Trip from East Liverpool, OH to Middletown, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Middletown, OH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

East Liverpool, OH

Middletown, OH

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Very similar conditions

5h 7m on the road

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