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Trip from North Zanesville, OH to Hopewell, OH

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

18m

Distance

10.9 mi

18 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 16m ★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m

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

Downtown North Zanesville, OH, OH

North Zanesville, OH

Israyosoy S.

Downtown Hopewell, OH, OH

Hopewell, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Trip Overview

This short 10.3-mile drive from North Zanesville to Hopewell, Ohio, is a quick 18-minute trip perfect for a single day. With no highway driving, expect a local feel throughout, making it easy to navigate. The estimated fuel cost is a low $2, reflecting the minimal distance. Since it's such a brief journey within the Midwest region, it doesn't require an overnight stay. This route is ideal for those looking for a straightforward local connection without a significant time commitment.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

5.4 miles from North Zanesville, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

The drive between North Zanesville and Hopewell is characterized by its turn-heavy local nature, with no highway miles to speak of. You'll be navigating through Dresden Road, Maple Avenue, and Adair Avenue, experiencing a consistent local road feel for the entire 10.3 miles. This type of driving means you'll be making frequent adjustments and paying attention to local traffic patterns rather than settling into a long, uninterrupted stretch. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but given the overall short distance and local road profile, expect frequent turns and intersections.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 10 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Dresden Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (SR 146 / Adair Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 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

Turn right

Navigation decision point

3
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Dresden Road

Turn left onto Dresden Road

Navigation decision point

4
1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | SR 146 / Adair Avenue

Turn right onto SR 146 / Adair Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
2.6 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the ramp toward State Street

Navigation decision point

Exit 153A Toward State Street
5
3.8 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward US 40

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 152 Toward US 40

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West Pike 6.7 mi 9m
Dresden Road 1.3 mi 2m
I 70 1.1 mi 1m
Maple Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Blue Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Adair Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
South Hopewell Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: West Pike — 6.7 mi, about 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Zanesville, OH and Hopewell, OH.

1

Start on this road

243 ft · 19 sec · this road
2

Turn right

91 ft · 11 sec
3

Turn left onto Dresden Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Dresden Road
4

Turn left onto SR 60

0.5 mi · 1 min · Maple Avenue
5

Turn right onto SR 146

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Adair Avenue
6

Turn left onto Blue Avenue

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Blue Avenue
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Exit 153A Toward State Street
8

Merge onto I 70

1.1 mi · 1 min · I 70
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 1 min
Exit 152 Toward US 40
10

Turn right onto US 40

6.7 mi · 9 min · West Pike
11

Turn left onto South Hopewell Road

136 ft · 5 sec · South Hopewell Road
12

Arrive at destination

South Hopewell Road

Trip Plan

With only an 18-minute travel time, this route offers a lot of flexibility. You won't need to worry about long stretches without fuel stops, and the $2 fuel cost is minimal. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour in North Zanesville. Since the drive is so short, there's no need to plan for overnight stays or significant breaks. A practical tip for this specific route is to keep an eye on your GPS for the precise turns onto Dresden Road, Maple Avenue, and Adair Avenue, as the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests these will be key points to navigate accurately.

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 5.4 miles from North Zanesville, OH, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 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 10.9 miles or 18m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 5.4 miles or 10m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 15m

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

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving North Zanesville, OH.

Day 1

Settle into the route from North Zanesville, OH

This is one driving day of about 10.9 miles and 18m.

At 10.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on West Pike for about 6.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 5.4 mi from North Zanesville, OH · 10m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Zanesville, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Zanesville, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 5.4 miles from North Zanesville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hopewell, OH

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hopewell, 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

$1.69 one way

$3.38 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $1.88 $3.75
premium $4.91 $2.11 $4.21
diesel $5.61 $2.41 $4.81

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: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.3 0 $1.14 $0.52
Efficient EV 2.7 0 $0.95 $0.44
EV Truck/SUV 4.4 0 $1.53 $0.70

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

North Zanesville, OH

Night in North Zanesville on Wednesday

Local time

10:32 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hopewell, OH

Night in Hopewell on Wednesday

Local time

10:32 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

18m 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 North Zanesville, OH to Hopewell, OH covers 10.9 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Pike, Dresden Road, I 70. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.4 miles from North Zanesville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.69 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 18m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Dresden Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (SR 146 / Adair Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from North Zanesville, OH to Hopewell, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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