Origin
West Chester, OH
Night in West Chester on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Chester, OH to Thornport, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
80.6 mi
130 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Thornport, OH
Mikkel Kvist
Trip Overview
This 80.6-mile journey from West Chester, OH to Thornport, OH will take approximately 1 hour and 38 minutes. It's a manageable drive that's perfect for a single day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $13. The route primarily utilizes I-70, Cadiz Road, and SR 342, offering a mixed driving experience. Since both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region of Ohio, you'll be experiencing a consistent regional feel throughout your drive. This trip is straightforward and efficient, making it a good option when you're looking for a direct route without needing an overnight stay.
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
40.3 miles from West Chester, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 60% of your travel on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.8 miles on I-70, which offers a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. As you transition from the interstate to roads like Cadiz Road and SR 342, the character of the drive will shift. This blend of faster highway segments and potentially more local road driving means you'll experience varying speeds and road conditions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 38m 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: 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 78 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
SR 342 / Main Street
Turn left onto SR 342 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 22; SR 800 / Cadiz-Piedmont Road
Merge onto US 22; SR 800 / Cadiz-Piedmont Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
78 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward SR 13: Thornville, Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 132
Toward SR 13: Thornville, Newark
5
80.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
CR 30 / Zion Road
Turn right onto CR 30 / Zion Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
80.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
Town Hwy 1064
Turn left onto Town Hwy 1064
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 42.8 mi | 46m |
| Cadiz Road | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| SR 342 | 5 mi | 8m |
| Smyrna Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Jacksontown Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| John Glenn Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Highland Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Wheeling Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 42.8 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester, OH and Thornport, OH.
1
Start on SR 342
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 342
2
Turn right onto SR 342
473 ft
·
14 sec
·
High Street
3
Turn left onto SR 342
484 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto SR 800
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Philadelphia Street
5
Continue on SR 800
174 ft
·
2 sec
·
Philadelphia Street
6
Continue on SR 800
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Smyrna Road
7
Merge onto US 22; SR 800
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Cadiz-Piedmont Road
8
Continue on US 22; SR 800
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Cadiz Road
9
Continue on US 22
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto US 22; US 40
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wheeling Avenue
11
Turn slight left onto US 22; US 40
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Dewey Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 22; US 40
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
John Glenn Highway
13
Turn left onto SR 723
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
SR 723
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
15
Merge onto I 70
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 70
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 132
Toward SR 13: Thornville, Newark
17
Turn left onto SR 13
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Jacksontown Road
18
Turn right onto CR 30
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Zion Road
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on CR 30
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Zion Road
20
Turn left onto Town Hwy 1064
440 ft
·
19 sec
·
Town Hwy 1064
21
Arrive at destination
Town Hwy 1064
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of this 1-hour and 38-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. There are no specific stops recommended, so plan your breaks around your personal needs, perhaps during the 42.8-mile stretch on I-70. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $13 for the 80.6 miles. A practical tip for this route is to check traffic conditions on I-70 before you depart, as it can experience congestion during peak hours, potentially impacting your travel time.
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 40.3 miles from West Chester, OH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.8 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 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 52m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thornport, 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 80.6 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from West Chester, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 42.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.3 mi from West Chester, OH · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.3 miles from West Chester, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Thornport, OH
The final approach into Thornport, 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
$12.51 one way
$25.02 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.88 | $27.77 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.58 | $31.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.80 | $35.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.05 | $3.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Thornport, OH
Night in Thornport on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brady, OH
40 mi in
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
15 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 38m 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 Thornport, OH covers 80.6 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, Cadiz Road, SR 342. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.3 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 $12.51 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 38m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 78 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from West Chester, OH to Thornport, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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