Origin
Mad River, OH
Morning in Mad River on Thursday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH covers 50.4 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Tecumseh Road, Dayton Road, East Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 50.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 58m drive with frequent turns across 50.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Tecumseh Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH is easy. At 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Tecumseh Road | — | — |
| Dayton Road | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Springfield Road | — | — |
| I 675 South | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
| SR 73 | — | — |
| East 2nd Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Tecumseh Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mad River, OH and Middletown, OH.
1
Start on Wynn Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Wynn Road
2
Continue on South Tecumseh Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tecumseh Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Dayton Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Dayton Road
4
Continue on East Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
5
Continue on Dayton Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Dayton Road
6
Continue on Springfield Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Springfield Road
7
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
8
Turn left onto I 675 South: Cincinnati
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 675 South: Cincinnati
9
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
27 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Cincinnati
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 South: Cincinnati
11
Merge slight left
3.6 mi
·
4 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward SR 73: Franklin, Springboro
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
SR 73: Franklin, Springboro
13
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East 2nd Street
14
Turn left onto Riley Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Riley Boulevard
15
Continue on Middletown Pike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Middletown Pike
16
Continue on North Verity Parkway
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North Verity Parkway
17
Continue on North Canal Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Canal Street
18
Turn left onto Central Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Central Avenue
19
Turn left onto Clark Street
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
Clark Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Mad River, OH · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Mad River, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Middletown, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Middletown, 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
$7.82 one way
$15.64 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.68 | $17.36 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.74 | $19.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Middletown, OH
Morning in Middletown on Thursday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Centerville, OH
25 mi in
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
58m 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 Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH covers 50.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Tecumseh Road, Dayton Road, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.2 miles from Mad River, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.82 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 Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH is easy. At 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mad River, OH to Middletown, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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