Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
43.3 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clark, OH
RDNE Stock project
The drive from West Chester, OH to Clark, OH covers 43.3 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 258, US 36, SR 83 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.9 miles on SR 258. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 258 | 14.9 mi | 26m |
| US 36 | 13.7 mi | 17m |
| SR 83 | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| County Road 193 | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Dunlap Creek Road Southwest | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| State Route 621 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| SR 342 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road 19A | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester, OH and Clark, OH.
Start on SR 342
Continue on SR 258
Turn slight right onto Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
At end of road, turn right onto SR 258
At end of road, turn left onto US 36
Turn right onto SR 621
Turn slight left onto County Road 193
At end of road, turn right onto SR 83
Turn left onto County Road 19A
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from West Chester, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.4 and 43.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto SR 258
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto US 36
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 621 / State Route 621
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto SR 83
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto County Road 19A
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.72 one way
$13.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.46 | $14.92 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 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 | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in West Chester on Saturday
Local time
2:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Clark on Saturday
Local time
2:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
49°F
West Lafayette, OH
22 mi in
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.
43.3 mi in 1h 8m, mostly highway — 14.9 mi of that is on SR 258.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 258 and US 36. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.4 miles in near SR 258.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Chester, OH to Clark, OH is easy. At 1h 8m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.4 miles (SR 258): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (US 36): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles (SR 621 / State Route 621): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 43.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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