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Trip from West Salem, OH to West Chester, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 43m

Distance

80.9 mi

130 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 36m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m

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

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Downtown West Salem, OH, OH

West Salem, OH

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

This 80.9-mile drive from West Salem, OH, to West Chester, OH, is an easy one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 43 minutes. Primarily using US 250 and Dover Road, with a portion on SR 258, it offers a mixed driving experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, this journey through the Midwest is straightforward and efficient. You won't need to break this drive into multiple days; it's perfectly suited for a single, manageable segment. This route keeps you within Ohio, making it a simple local exploration.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.4 miles from West Salem, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 250 21.2 mi 24m
Dover Road 13.8 mi 15m
SR 258 7.7 mi 13m
Burbank Road 7.7 mi 8m
Johnson Avenue 6 mi 9m
Dix Expressway 5.9 mi 6m
Sandusky Drive Southwest 5.9 mi 6m
West Easton Road 3.3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US 250 — 21.2 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Congress Street

63 ft · 3 sec · Congress Street
2

Turn right onto SR 301

0.3 mi · 43 sec · South Main Street
3

Continue on SR 301

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Elyria Road
4

Turn left onto CR 102

1.3 mi · 1 min · Ruff Road
5

Turn right onto SR 539

1.3 mi · 2 min · Congress Road
6

Continue on SR 539

1.1 mi · 2 min · Congress Road
7

Continue on SR 539

0.2 mi · 17 sec · West Salem Road
8

Turn left onto SR 539; SR 604

0.5 mi · 51 sec · West Oak Street
9

Continue on SR 604

3.3 mi · 4 min · West Easton Road
10

Turn right onto SR 83

6.3 mi · 7 min · Burbank Road
11

Enter roundabout onto SR 83

98 ft · 1 sec · Burbank Road
12

Continue on SR 83

0.2 mi · 11 sec · Burbank Road
13

Enter roundabout onto SR 83

134 ft · 1 sec · Burbank Road
14

Continue on SR 83

1.2 mi · 1 min · Burbank Road
15

Continue on SR 83

5.9 mi · 6 min · Dix Expressway
16

Continue on SR 83

3.7 mi · 4 min · Dover Road
17

Continue on US 250

1.6 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
18

Continue on US 250

7.0 mi · 7 min · Dover Road
19

Continue on US 250

0.4 mi · 34 sec · West Main Street
20

Continue on US 250

3.1 mi · 3 min · Dover Road
21

Continue on US 250

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sandusky Drive Southwest
22

Continue on US 250

0.5 mi · 37 sec · West Main Street
23

Continue on US 250

4.9 mi · 5 min · Sandusky Drive Southwest
24

Turn right onto US 250

3.0 mi · 3 min · US 250
25

Take the exit onto US 250

6.6 mi · 7 min · US 250
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight right at fork onto US 250

9.9 mi · 10 min · US 250
27

Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
28

Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
29

Continue on SR 800

0.6 mi · 1 min · SR 800
30

At end of road, turn left onto SR 800

495 ft · 8 sec · Center Street
31

Continue on SR 800

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Jewett Avenue
32

Turn left onto SR 800

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Taylor Avenue
33

Turn slight right onto SR 800

6.0 mi · 9 min · Johnson Avenue
34

Turn right onto SR 258

7.7 mi · 13 min · SR 258
35

Turn left onto SR 342

188 ft · 3 sec · SR 342
36

Arrive at destination

SR 342

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 1 hour and 43-minute duration, this route offers plenty of flexibility for when you depart. You can easily make this a morning or afternoon drive without feeling rushed. With no specific stops recommended, you can decide on breaks as needed, keeping the $13 fuel cost in mind. Pay attention as you transition between US 250 and Dover Road; these shifts are where the longest stretch ends and the road character may change. Planning to leave mid-morning can help you avoid potential local traffic during peak commuting hours.

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 40.4 miles from West Salem, OH, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 40.4 miles or 49m 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 West Chester, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from West Salem, OH

This is one driving day of about 80.9 miles and 1h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from West Salem, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 250 for about 21.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

village in United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Strasburg, OH

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

Wooster, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Strasburg, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from West Salem, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Eagle Truck Stop and Family Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New Philadelphia, Ohio

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 52

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13303394080

Visit website

Eagle Truck Stop and Family Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 52

New Philadelphia, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13303394080

Visit website

Christmas Run Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 17.3

Wooster, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+13302635207

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 15.5 and 66.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
15.5 mi into trip | ~21m in | SR 83 / Burbank Road

Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Burbank Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

7
47.8 mi into trip | ~58m in | US 250

Take the exit onto US 250

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
64.3 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | US 250; SR 800

Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, N...
6
64.4 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | US 250; SR 800

Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
5
66.7 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | SR 800 / Center Street

At end of road, turn left onto SR 800 / Center Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.56 one way

$25.11 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $13.93 $27.87
premium $4.91 $15.64 $31.27
diesel $5.61 $17.86 $35.72

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: 28.3 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 24.3 0 $8.49 $3.88
Efficient EV 20.2 0 $7.08 $3.24
EV Truck/SUV 32.4 0 $11.33 $5.18

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

West Salem, OH

Afternoon in West Salem on Saturday

Local time

4:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Chester, OH

Afternoon in West Chester on Saturday

Local time

4:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

48°F

Strasburg, 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

21 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 43m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 44% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.2 miles along US 250. This means you'll experience a blend of faster-paced road sections and potentially more local, slower-paced segments as you navigate through towns and along county roads. The road's character shifts, offering variety rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. It's a drive that keeps you engaged with changing conditions.

44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.2 mi on US 250.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.5 miles in near SR 83 / Burbank Road.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.9 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 15.5 miles (SR 83 / Burbank Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 47.8 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.3 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from West Salem, OH to West Chester, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.

Newcomerstown

64.3 mi in | ~1h 16m | via US 250; SR 800

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 80.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 21.2 miles on US 250. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 15.5 miles (SR 83 / Burbank Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 47.8 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.3 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Chester, OH before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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