Trip from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are South River Road, I 70, East Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 14.4 miles from Gaysport, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.47 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH?

The route from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Is the drive from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH flat or hilly?

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 685 ft to 926 ft elevation with about 394 ft of total climbing.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

40m

Distance

28.8 mi

46 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min

4 AM

0h 37m ★

6 AM

0h 41m

8 AM

0h 48m

10 AM

0h 43m

12 PM

0h 43m

3 PM

0h 44m

5 PM

0h 47m

8 PM

0h 39m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH covers 28.8 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South River Road, I 70, East Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.7 miles on South River Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.47 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 28.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile.

Drive Character

The drive from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH covers 28.8 miles and takes about 40m, 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 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South River Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10.7 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

926 ft 685 ft

Total Climb

394 ft

Total Descent

208 ft

Highest Point

926 ft

~26.7 mi in

Elevation Range

241 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 376 / Rockville Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH is easy. At 40m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 376 / Rockville Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 60 / South River Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

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

4

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 376 / Rockville Road

Turn left onto SR 376 / Rockville Road

Navigation decision point

5

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 60 / South River Road

At end of road, turn right onto SR 60 / South River Road

Navigation decision point

5

13.9 mi into trip | ~21m in

Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Wheeling

Navigation decision point

Toward I 70 East: Wheeling

3

14.1 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 70

Merge onto I 70

Merge point - match speed before joining

6

22.9 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward US 40, US 22: Norwich

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

Exit 164 Toward US 40, US 22: Norwich

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South River Road	10.7 mi	15m
I 70	8.8 mi	9m
East Pike	5.1 mi	6m
Wayne Avenue	1.4 mi	2m
Main Street	1.2 mi	1m
West Main Street	0.6 mi	1m
Underwood Street	0.3 mi	<1m
9th Street	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: South River Road — 10.7 mi, about 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gaysport, OH and New Concord, OH.

1

Start on Gaysport Hill Road

130 ft · 10 sec · Gaysport Hill Road

2

Turn left onto SR 376

285 ft · 7 sec · Rockville Road

3

At end of road, turn right onto SR 60

4.5 mi · 6 min · South River Road

4

Continue on SR 60

1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street

5

Continue on SR 60

6.2 mi · 9 min · South River Road

6

Continue on SR 60

1.4 mi · 2 min · Wayne Avenue

7

Continue on SR 60; SR 146

0.3 mi · 24 sec · 9th Street

8

Continue on US 22; US 40; SR 60; SR 93; SR 146

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Underwood Street

9

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 70 East: Wheeling

10

Merge onto I 70

8.8 mi · 9 min · I 70

11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Exit 164 Toward US 40, US 22: Norwich

12

Turn left onto US 22; US 40

5.1 mi · 6 min · East Pike

13

Continue on US 22; US 40

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Main Street

14

Arrive at destination

US 22; US 40

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.47 one way

$8.94 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$4.96	$9.92
premium	$4.91	$5.57	$11.13
diesel	$5.61	$6.36	$12.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	8.6	$3.02	$1.38
Efficient EV	7.2	$2.52	$1.15
EV Truck/SUV	11.5	$4.03	$1.84

Gas CO2

10 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (70% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Gaysport, OH

Afternoon in Gaysport on Thursday

Local time

12:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Concord, OH

Afternoon in New Concord on Thursday

Local time

12:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

6 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

40m 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 Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH covers 28.8 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South River Road, I 70, East Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 14.4 miles from Gaysport, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.47 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.

The drive from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH is easy. At 40m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 376 / Rockville Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 60 / South River Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles: Navigation decision point.

The route from Gaysport, OH to New Concord, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 685 ft to 926 ft elevation with about 394 ft of total climbing.

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