Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
10.1 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frankfort, OH
Valentin Angel Fernandez
The drive from South Salem, OH to Frankfort, OH covers 10.1 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Westfall Road, State Route 28, Lyndon Salem Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.7 miles on Westfall Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
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 miles from South Salem, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Expect a 23m drive with frequent turns across 10.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 near Stewart Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 5 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 (Stewart Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (SR 28 / State Route 28): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (C-60 / Westfall Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Stewart Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 28 / State Route 28
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto C-60 / Westfall Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto C-80 / Westfall Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Springfield Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westfall Road | 6.7 mi | 16m |
| State Route 28 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Lyndon Salem Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Stewart Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Springfield Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between South Salem, OH and Frankfort, OH.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Stewart Street
Continue on Lyndon Salem Road
Turn right onto SR 28
Turn left onto C-60
At end of road, turn left onto C-80
Continue on Main Street
Turn left onto Springfield Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frankfort, OH than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving South Salem, OH.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Salem, OH
This is one driving day of about 10.1 miles and 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5 mi from South Salem, OH · 10m into the drive
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 5 miles from South Salem, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Frankfort, 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.
Regular Gas
$1.57 one way
$3.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $1.74 | $3.48 |
| premium | $4.91 | $1.95 | $3.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
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: 3.5 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 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.65 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in South Salem on Thursday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Frankfort on Thursday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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