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Trip from West Chester, OH to Sunbury, OH

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 7m

Distance

99.2 mi

160 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 59m ★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Sunbury, OH, OH

Sunbury, OH

Ollie Craig

Trip Overview

The drive from West Chester, OH to Sunbury, OH covers 99.2 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on SR 16, Johnstown-Alexandria Road, US 36 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.8 miles on SR 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.40 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.

Midpoint

49.6 miles from West Chester, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 99.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 7m highway drive covering 99.2 miles, with most of the trip on SR 16 and Johnstown-Alexandria Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.8 miles on SR 16.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 16 and Johnstown-Alexandria Road. 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.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from West Chester, OH to Sunbury, OH is easy. At 2h 7m with 80% 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 80.4 miles (SR 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These 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

3
16.5 mi into trip | ~30m in | US 36

At end of road, turn left onto US 36

Navigation decision point

6
80.4 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in | SR 37

Take the exit onto SR 37 toward SR 37 West: Johnstown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward SR 37 West: Johnstown
3
80.7 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | SR 37 / Johnstown-Alexandria Road

Turn right onto SR 37 / Johnstown-Alexandria Road

Navigation decision point

5
99.1 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in | SR 37 / Cherry Street

Turn left onto SR 37 / Cherry Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 16 47.8 mi 55m
Johnstown-Alexandria Road 16.3 mi 18m
US 36 16.1 mi 20m
SR 258 14.9 mi 26m
Dunlap Creek Road Southwest 1.6 mi 3m
South Main Street 1.4 mi 1m
East Main Street 0.6 mi <1m
SR 37 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: SR 16 — 47.8 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Chester, OH and Sunbury, 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

Continue on SR 16; SR 83

48 mi · 55 min · SR 16; SR 83
7

Take the exit onto SR 37

0.3 mi · 43 sec · SR 37
Toward SR 37 West: Johnstown Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Turn right onto SR 37

0.9 mi · 59 sec · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
9

Continue on SR 37

0.6 mi · 43 sec · East Main Street
10

Continue on SR 37

4.8 mi · 5 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
11

Continue on SR 37

1.4 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
12

Continue on SR 37

11 mi · 12 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
13

Turn straight onto SR 37

413 ft · 12 sec · Morning Street
14

Turn left onto SR 37

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Cherry Street
15

Arrive at destination

SR 37

Trip Plan

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 49.6 miles from West Chester, OH, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.8 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 22 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 49.6 miles or 1h 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 1h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sunbury, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving West Chester, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from West Chester, OH

This is one driving day of about 99.2 miles and 2h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from West Chester, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 16 for about 47.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 49.6 mi from West Chester, OH · 1h 10m into the drive

Downtown Hopewell, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hopewell, OH

50 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

Powell, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dresden, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49.6 miles from West Chester, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Sunbury, OH

The final approach into Sunbury, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Sunbury, OH.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.40 one way

$30.79 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $17.09 $34.17
premium $4.91 $19.17 $38.34
diesel $5.61 $21.90 $43.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.8 0 $10.42 $4.76
Efficient EV 24.8 0 $8.68 $3.97
EV Truck/SUV 39.7 0 $13.89 $6.35

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

West Chester, OH

Late night in West Chester on Friday

Local time

2:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

W 3 to 7 mph 29% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 6:28PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Destination

Sunbury, OH

Late night in Sunbury on Friday

Local time

2:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

38°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

19 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

2h 7m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from West Chester, OH to Sunbury, OH covers 99.2 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 16, Johnstown-Alexandria Road, US 36. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.6 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 $15.40 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.
The drive from West Chester, OH to Sunbury, OH is easy. At 2h 7m with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 80.4 miles (SR 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Chester, OH to Sunbury, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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