Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
54m
Distance
35.6 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeview, OH
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The drive from West Chester, OH to Lakeview, OH covers 35.6 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Cadiz Road, Wintergreen Road, SR 342 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.5 miles on Cadiz Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 35.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 54m drive with frequent turns across 35.6 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 around 5.1 miles in near SR 342 / Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m 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 5.1 miles (SR 342 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (US 22; SR 800 / Cadiz-Piedmont Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 25.5 miles (SR 285 / Old National Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto SR 342 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 22; SR 800 / Cadiz-Piedmont Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
At end of road, turn left onto SR 285 / Old National Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 313 / Clay Pike Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 574 / Seneca Dam Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cadiz Road | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Wintergreen Road | 11 mi | 19m |
| SR 342 | 5 mi | 8m |
| Smyrna Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Lashley Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Seneca Dam Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North High Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester, OH and Lakeview, OH.
Start on SR 342
Turn right onto SR 342
Turn left onto SR 342
Turn right onto SR 800
Continue on SR 800
Continue on SR 800
Merge onto US 22; SR 800
Continue on US 22; SR 800
Turn left onto SR 285
Continue on SR 285
At end of road, turn left onto SR 285
Turn right onto SR 285
Continue on US 40; SR 285
Continue on SR 285
Continue on SR 285
Continue on SR 285
Turn left onto SR 313
Continue on SR 313
Turn right onto SR 574
Turn left onto Tr 1136
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.8 mi from West Chester, OH · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from West Chester, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lakeview, 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
$5.53 one way
$11.05 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.88 | $13.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.86 | $15.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Night in West Chester on Thursday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Night in Lakeview on Thursday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
49°F
Brady, OH
18 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.
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