Origin
Fairborn, OH
Evening in Fairborn on Sunday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairborn, OH to Xenia, OH
Drive Time
16m
Distance
11.7 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
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6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairborn, OH
NIKOLAI FOMIN
Xenia, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward jaunt in the Midwest, the 11.7-mile trip from Fairborn to Xenia is a breeze. Clocking in at just 16 minutes of driving time, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via East Xenia Drive, US 68, and East Main Street to reach your destination. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $2, it is an incredibly economical way to travel between these two Ohio locations. Because the drive is so short, you certainly do not need to worry about an overnight stay. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you exactly where you need to go with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
5.9 miles from Fairborn, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that transitions quickly from local roads to a more steady highway pace. About 32% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a nice balance between city driving and open pavement. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 7.6 miles along East Xenia Drive, which serves as the backbone of the trip. The transition between these road types keeps the drive from feeling monotonous despite the short distance. Expect a functional experience behind the wheel as you move through these Midwestern corridors.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Xenia Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 7.6 miles.
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 Pleasant Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 16m 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 (South Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Dayton Drive): 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.
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South Pleasant Street
Turn right onto South Pleasant Street
Navigation decision point
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East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Dayton Drive
At end of road, turn left onto East Dayton Drive
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 68
Keep slight right at fork onto US 68
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
11.7 mi into trip
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~16m in
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US 42; US 35 Business / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 42; US 35 Business / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Xenia Drive | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| US 68 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Dayton Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Pleasant Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Tacoma Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Xenia Drive
— 7.6 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairborn, OH and Xenia, OH.
1
Start on Tacoma Lane
73 ft
·
7 sec
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Tacoma Lane
2
Turn right onto South Pleasant Street
185 ft
·
10 sec
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South Pleasant Street
3
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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East Main Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto East Dayton Drive
0.1 mi
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17 sec
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East Dayton Drive
5
Turn right onto SR 235
7.6 mi
·
11 min
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East Xenia Drive
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 68
3.7 mi
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4 min
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US 68
7
Turn right onto US 42; US 35 Business
92 ft
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3 sec
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West Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
US 42; US 35 Business
Trip Plan
Since the total travel time is only 16 minutes, you have maximum flexibility when planning your departure. You won't need to stress about pacing your stops or scheduling rest breaks, as the entire trip is easily completed in one go. Keep in mind that with zero planned stops required, you can head out whenever it best fits your personal schedule. Budgeting around $2 for fuel is a safe bet for this short distance, making it a very low-cost endeavor. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert as you navigate the shift between East Xenia Drive and US 68, as road types can change quickly during your transition.
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 5.9 miles from Fairborn, OH, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.6 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 11.7 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.9 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Xenia, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairborn, 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 Fairborn, OH
This is one driving day of about 11.7 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairborn, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on East Xenia Drive for about 7.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.9 mi from Fairborn, OH · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.9 miles from Fairborn, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Xenia, OH
The final approach into Xenia, 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 Xenia, 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
$1.75 one way
$3.50 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $1.95 | $3.91 |
| premium | $4.79 | $2.21 | $4.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Xenia, OH
Evening in Xenia on Sunday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16m 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 Fairborn, OH to Xenia, OH covers 11.7 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Xenia Drive, US 68, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.9 miles from Fairborn, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.75 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 16m 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 (South Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Dayton Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Fairborn, OH to Xenia, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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