Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
50m
Distance
29.2 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingston, OH
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The drive from South Salem, OH to Kingston, OH covers 29.2 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 28, SR 159, SR 207 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.7 miles on State Route 28. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.53 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
14.6 miles from South Salem, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
This is a 50m highway drive covering 29.2 miles, with most of the trip on State Route 28 and SR 159. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.7 miles on State Route 28.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 28 and SR 159. 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 50m drive. You will face about 11 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 14.9 miles (US 50): 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
At end of road, turn left onto US 50
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto SR 159
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 28 | 13.7 mi | 20m |
| SR 159 | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| SR 207 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| SR 104 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Valley Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lyndon Salem Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| US 50 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between South Salem, OH and Kingston, OH.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Stewart Street
Continue on Lyndon Salem Road
Turn right onto SR 28
At end of road, turn left onto US 50
Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
Turn right onto Clinton Road
Turn right onto C-550
Turn left onto Moundsville Road
Turn left onto SR 104
Turn straight onto SR 207
Enter roundabout onto SR 159
Continue on SR 159
Enter roundabout onto SR 159
Continue on SR 159
Turn left onto West Ing 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 29 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.6 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingston, 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 29.2 miles and 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.6 mi from South Salem, OH · 23m into the drive
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14.6 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 Kingston, 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
$4.53 one way
$9.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.03 | $10.06 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.64 | $11.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.45 | $12.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
12:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Kingston on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°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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