Trip from Kirtland, OH to Beavercreek, OH

Drive Time

4h 18m

Distance

226.9 mi

365 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 5m ★

6 AM

4h 18m

8 AM

4h 45m

10 AM

4h 28m

12 PM

4h 25m

3 PM

4h 29m

5 PM

4h 43m

8 PM

4h 10m

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

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Beavercreek, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Trip Overview

Traveling from Kirtland to Beavercreek covers 226.9 miles across the Ohio heartland, typically taking about 4 hours and 18 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on major thoroughfares like I-71, I-271, and the West Freeway. Because the entire journey remains within the Midwest, you will experience consistent regional landscapes throughout the drive. It is well-suited for a single-day trip, meaning you can easily complete the trek in one go without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $34 on fuel, making this a budget-friendly option for a direct transit between these two Ohio locations.

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

113.4 miles from Kirtland, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience since 96% of this trip is spent on high-speed roads. The route transitions through various interstate segments, providing a consistent pace rather than a winding backroad journey. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 110.2 miles while cruising along I-71, which allows for steady progress toward your destination. While the drive is straightforward, the shift between I-271 and the West Freeway requires you to stay alert during highway transitions. Overall, the character of the road is functional and designed for drivers looking to cover ground quickly.

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

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 226.9 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 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 156.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 90 West: Cleveland

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 90 West: Cleveland

156.6 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Take the exit toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 109A Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton

157 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 670 West: Dayton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 670 West: Dayton

212.6 mi into trip | ~3h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati

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 44 Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati

213.3 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 44A Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati

Towns Along This Route

Between Kirtland, OH and Beavercreek, OH, road signs point toward Dayton and Cincinnati.

Dayton

156.6 mi in | ~2h 54m

Cincinnati

212.6 mi in | ~3h 56m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	110.2 mi	1h 59m
West Freeway	50.6 mi	54m
I 271	24.3 mi	26m
I 271 Express	13.9 mi	17m
I 675	8.2 mi	9m
North Fairfield Road	4.7 mi	9m
I 670	4.5 mi	5m
Outerbelt East Freeway	3.6 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 110.2 mi, about 1h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kirtland, OH and Beavercreek, OH.

Start on SR 306

448 ft · 11 sec · Chillicothe Road

Continue on Kirtland Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Kirtland Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on SR 306

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Broadmoor Road

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 90 West: Cleveland Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 90

3.2 mi · 3 min · I 90

Keep slight left at fork onto I 271 Express

14 mi · 17 min · I 271 Express

Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 271

3.6 mi · 4 min · Outerbelt East Freeway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 271

24 mi · 26 min · I 271

Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 71

110 mi · 1 hr 59 min · I 71

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 109A Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 670 West: Dayton Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 670

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Northeast Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 670

4.5 mi · 5 min · I 670

Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 70

51 mi · 54 min · West Freeway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 44 Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Exit 44A Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati Use the right lane.

Continue on I 675

8.2 mi · 9 min · I 675

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec

Exit 17 Toward North Fairfield Road

Turn left onto North Fairfield Road

4.7 mi · 9 min · North Fairfield Road

Use the left / right lanes.

Arrive at destination

North Fairfield Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a straightforward 4-hour and 18-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the monotony of the interstate, especially during the long 110.2-mile stretch on I-71. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before starting, as the $34 estimate can fluctuate based on local market prices at the pump. To avoid the heaviest traffic, try to time your transit to miss peak commuter hours on the major interstates. Taking a quick break around the halfway point will help you stay sharp and comfortable for the remainder of your trip to Beavercreek.

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 113.4 miles from Kirtland, OH, or about 2h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.2 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 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 113.4 miles or 2h 7m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 27m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Kirtland, 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 Kirtland, OH

This is one driving day of about 226.9 miles and 4h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kirtland, 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 71 for about 110.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 113.4 mi from Kirtland, OH · 2h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

113 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.

Popular next leg

Mansfield, OH to Beavercreek, OH

136.6 mi · 2h 5m

Pacing Suggestions

Mansfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

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

Mansfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 113.4 miles from Kirtland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.2 miles.

Arriving in Beavercreek, OH

The final approach into Beavercreek, 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 Beavercreek, OH.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.94 one way

$67.87 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 79 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.24	$37.89	$75.79
premium	$4.79	$42.79	$85.58
diesel	$5.64	$50.41	$100.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 79.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	68.1	0	$23.82	$10.89
Efficient EV	56.7	0	$19.85	$9.08
EV Truck/SUV	90.8	1	$31.77	$14.52

Gas CO2

79 kg

EV CO2

27 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 2 days ago

Origin

Kirtland, OH

Evening in Kirtland on Sunday

Local time

6:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Beavercreek, OH

Evening in Beavercreek on Sunday

Local time

6:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

54°F

Mansfield, OH

113 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

19 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

4h 18m 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 Kirtland, OH to Beavercreek, OH covers 226.9 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, West Freeway, I 271. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 113.4 miles from Kirtland, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.94 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.

Between Kirtland, OH and Beavercreek, OH, road signs point toward Dayton and Cincinnati.

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