Origin
West Chester, OH
Late night in West Chester on Thursday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Chester, OH to Fredericktown, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
76.3 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fredericktown, OH
Valeriia Miller
Trip Overview
This 76.3-mile drive from West Chester, OH to Fredericktown, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in under two hours. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes US 36, SR 258, and SR 229, making it feel like a typical Midwest journey through Ohio. Given its short duration and modest distance, there's no need to break this trip up with an overnight stay; you'll arrive with plenty of daylight left. It's a practical choice for a quick connection between these two Ohio locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
38.2 miles from West Chester, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect an 82% highway-focused experience on this route. The majority of your time will be spent on well-maintained roads designed for steady travel. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 34.5 miles on US 36, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While primarily highway, the inclusion of state routes suggests a potential for slightly varied scenery and perhaps a few more local interactions as you progress. This isn't a winding, technical drive, but rather a consistent journey with minimal surprises.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 36 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 36 and SR 258. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.4 miles in near SR 258.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 58m 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: at 10.4 miles (SR 258): Navigation decision point; at 68.7 miles (SR 13 / East Chestnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 69 miles (SR 13 / North Sandusky Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
SR 258
At end of road, turn right onto SR 258
Navigation decision point
7
68.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
SR 13 / East Chestnut Street
Turn left onto SR 13 / East Chestnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
69 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
SR 13 / North Sandusky Street
Turn right onto SR 13 / North Sandusky Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
76.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
East 4th Street
Turn right onto East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
6
76.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
South Edgehill Drive
At end of road, turn left onto South Edgehill Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 36 | 34.5 mi | 47m |
| SR 258 | 14.9 mi | 26m |
| SR 229 | 12.9 mi | 22m |
| Cassell Road | 5 mi | 5m |
| East Gambier Street | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Dunlap Creek Road Southwest | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Sandusky Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Columbus Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 36
— 34.5 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester, OH and Fredericktown, OH.
1
Start on SR 342
188 ft
·
3 sec
·
SR 342
2
Continue on SR 258
8.7 mi
·
15 min
·
SR 258
3
Turn slight right onto Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
4
At end of road, turn right onto SR 258
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 258
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 36
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 36
6
Turn right onto US 36
18 mi
·
26 min
·
US 36
7
Turn slight left onto SR 229
13 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 229
8
Enter roundabout onto SR 229
143 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Gambier Street
9
Continue on SR 229
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
East Gambier Street
10
Turn right onto SR 13; SR 229
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Gay Street
11
Turn left onto SR 13
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Chestnut Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto SR 13
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sandusky Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on SR 13
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Cassell Road
14
Turn right onto Columbus Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Columbus Road
15
Turn slight left onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Main Street
16
Turn right onto East 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
East 4th Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto South Edgehill Drive
329 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Edgehill Drive
18
Arrive at destination
North Edgehill Drive
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 58-minute drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. Since there are no specified stops, consider packing your own snacks and drinks to maximize your time on the road and minimize detours. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is 34.5 miles on US 36, so plan your restroom break before heading into that segment if needed. Given the low fuel cost of around $12, a quick fill-up before you depart West Chester should be more than sufficient for the entire journey.
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 38.2 miles from West Chester, OH, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 17 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.2 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredericktown, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving West Chester, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Chester, OH
This is one driving day of about 76.3 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from West Chester, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 36 for about 34.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.2 mi from West Chester, OH · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.2 miles from West Chester, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fredericktown, OH
The final approach into Fredericktown, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.84 one way
$23.68 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| premium | $4.91 | $14.75 | $29.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.85 | $33.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| Efficient EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Fredericktown, OH
Late night in Fredericktown on Thursday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 58m 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 West Chester, OH to Fredericktown, OH covers 76.3 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 36, SR 258, SR 229. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.2 miles from West Chester, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.84 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 1h 58m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.4 miles (SR 258): Navigation decision point; at 68.7 miles (SR 13 / East Chestnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 69 miles (SR 13 / North Sandusky Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Chester, OH to Fredericktown, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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