Origin
Middletown, OH
Night in Middletown on Thursday
Local time
11:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, OH to Vandalia, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
34.6 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
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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Vandalia, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Middletown, OH to Vandalia, OH covers 34.6 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, North Verity Parkway, East 6th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.7 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.37 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 34.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 46m highway drive covering 34.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and North Verity Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 25.7 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and North Verity Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 34.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (SR 123 / East 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street
Turn right onto SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street
Navigation decision point
5
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
SR 123 / East 6th Street
Turn right onto SR 123 / East 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
7.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Turn left toward I 75 North: Dayton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
7
25 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
8
33.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward US 40: Vandalia, Donnelsville
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 63
Toward US 40: Vandalia, Donnelsville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 25.7 mi | 30m |
| North Verity Parkway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| East 6th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Middletown Pike | 1 mi | 1m |
| Riley Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East National Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Clinton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 25.7 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, OH and Vandalia, OH.
1
Start on Clark Street
122 ft
·
7 sec
·
Clark Street
2
Turn right onto Central Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Central Avenue
3
Turn right onto SR 4; SR 73
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Clinton Street
4
Continue on SR 4; SR 73
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North Verity Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on SR 73
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Middletown Pike
6
Turn straight onto SR 73 Truck
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Riley Boulevard
7
Turn right onto SR 123
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East 6th Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 63
Toward US 40: Vandalia, Donnelsville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto US 40
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East National Road
13
Turn sharp left
120 ft
·
5 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Middletown, OH · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Middletown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Vandalia, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Vandalia, 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
$5.37 one way
$10.74 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Vandalia, OH
Night in Vandalia on Thursday
Local time
11:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m 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 Middletown, OH to Vandalia, OH covers 34.6 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, North Verity Parkway, East 6th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Middletown, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.37 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 34.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (SR 4; SR 73 / North Clinton Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (SR 123 / East 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Middletown, OH to Vandalia, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
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