Origin
Elida, OH
Night in Elida on Wednesday
Local time
11:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elida, OH to Beaverdam, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.6 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 22m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elida, OH
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Beaverdam, OH
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Trip Overview
This 16.6-mile drive from Elida, Ohio to Beaverdam, Ohio is a quick trip that takes about 23 minutes, making it perfect as a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on US 30 and Diller Road, with a portion on North Cole Street. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $2, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest region. There are no scheduled stops recommended, but the short duration means you won't need to break it up into multiple days. It's a simple, efficient option for connecting these two Ohio towns.
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
8.3 miles from Elida, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive presents a mixed experience, with 42% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 6.3 miles on US 30, offering a more continuous driving experience before transitioning to local roads like Diller Road and North Cole Street. This blend means you’ll likely experience periods of steady highway travel interspersed with more local road conditions. The character of the drive changes as you move from the main highway onto the connecting roads, offering a varied feel behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
858 ft
796 ft
Total Climb
98 ft
Total Descent
37 ft
Highest Point
858 ft
~16.6 mi in
Elevation Range
61 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Greenlawn Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 10 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 (South Greenlawn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Diller Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (North Cole Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Greenlawn Avenue
Turn right onto South Greenlawn Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Diller Road
Turn left onto Diller Road
Navigation decision point
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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North Cole Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Cole Street
Navigation decision point
4
6.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
SR 115 / North West Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 115 / North West Street
Navigation decision point
4
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 30 | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| Diller Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Cole Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Lincoln Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North West Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| SR 309 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Thayer Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 6.3 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elida, OH and Beaverdam, OH.
1
Start on West Main Street
30 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto South Greenlawn Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
South Greenlawn Avenue
3
Turn left onto SR 309
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 309
4
Continue on SR 309
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Main Street
5
Continue on SR 309
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Elida Road
6
Turn left onto Diller Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Diller Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto North Cole Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Cole Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto SR 115
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North West Street
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
10
Merge onto US 30
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
US 30
11
Take the exit
411 ft
·
10 sec
12
Take the exit
504 ft
·
13 sec
13
Turn slight right onto CR 173
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Thayer Road
14
Turn right onto CR 88
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Lincoln Highway
15
Continue on West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Trip Plan
Given its short 23-minute duration and 16.6-mile length, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can leave whenever it suits you, perhaps in the morning to make the most of your day or in the afternoon for a relaxed transition. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, you won’t need to worry much about refueling stops. Keep an eye out for the turn onto Diller Road from US 30, as this marks a shift in the driving environment from highway to local roads.
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 8.3 miles from Elida, OH, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.3 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 16.6 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaverdam, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Elida, OH.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elida, OH
This is one driving day of about 16.6 miles and 23m.
At 16.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 30 for about 6.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Elida, OH · 12m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.3 miles from Elida, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beaverdam, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Beaverdam, 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
$2.58 one way
$5.15 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $2.86 | $5.72 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Beaverdam, OH
Night in Beaverdam on Wednesday
Local time
11:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°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
18 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
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 Elida, OH to Beaverdam, OH covers 16.6 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 30, Diller Road, North Cole Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 miles from Elida, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.58 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 23m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Greenlawn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Diller Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (North Cole Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Elida, OH to Beaverdam, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 796 ft to 858 ft elevation with about 98 ft of total climbing.
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