Origin
Willard, OH
Evening in Willard on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
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3h 6m
Distance
133.3 mi
215 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
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Willard, OH
Nathan Marcam
Beavercreek, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Traveling from Willard to Beavercreek covers 133.3 miles of Ohio landscape, making for a manageable journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 6 minutes. Since this is a straightforward, mixed-drive route, it works perfectly as a one-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $20 for fuel to complete the trek. By utilizing a combination of US 36, Marion-Marysville Road, and Marion Road, you will find yourself moving through the heart of the Midwest. This journey is ideal if you prefer a steady pace over the intensity of a cross-country haul. It is an honest, practical route that connects two distinct parts of the state efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.7 miles from Willard, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this 133.3-mile trip is classified as a mixed drive. Only 46% of your time will be spent on highways, meaning you will spend a significant portion of the trip navigating local and regional roads. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.6 miles on US 36, which provides a nice rhythm before the road transitions into different segments. The route avoids the monotony of a pure interstate grind, instead offering a shifting environment as you travel between Willard and Beavercreek. Staying alert is key, as the character of the road surface and traffic patterns will change as you maneuver off the main highway stretches.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72.3 miles in near SR 4.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 133.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 72.3 miles (SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74 miles (US 36; SR 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4 toward US 33 West, US 36 West, SR 4 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4 toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Between Willard, OH and Beavercreek, OH, road signs point toward Springfield and Cincinnati.
Springfield
Cincinnati
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 36 | 28.6 mi | 34m |
| Marion-Marysville Road | 24.5 mi | 35m |
| Marion Road | 15.1 mi | 21m |
| SR 4 | 9 mi | 10m |
| Walton Street West | 8.4 mi | 12m |
| I 675 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Columbus-Sandusky Road | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| North Fairfield Road | 4.7 mi | 9m |
Step-by-step road directions between Willard, OH and Beavercreek, OH.
Start on SR 103
At end of road, turn left onto SR 103
Turn right onto US 224
Turn left onto SR 4
Continue on SR 4
Continue on SR 4
Continue on SR 4
Continue on SR 4
Continue on SR 4; SR 98
Turn slight right onto SR 4
Turn right onto SR 4
Continue on SR 4; SR 423
Turn right onto SR 4; SR 423
Turn left onto SR 4; SR 423
Continue on SR 4
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4
Turn right onto SR 334
Turn left
Merge onto US 68
Take the exit
Turn left onto Upper Valley Pike
Turn right onto US 40; SR 4
Continue on US 40; SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on I 675
Take the exit
Turn left onto North Fairfield Road
Arrive at destination
Because this drive takes just over 3 hours, you have plenty of flexibility when it comes to your departure time. Planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the drive and keep you refreshed for the full 133.3-mile distance. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $20 estimate is based on standard consumption and can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Since you will be navigating specific segments like Marion-Marysville Road, ensure your GPS is updated before you head out to account for local road transitions. Taking advantage of the single planned stop is the best way to maintain a comfortable pace throughout the entire duration of your trip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.7 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beavercreek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Willard, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Willard, OH
This is one driving day of about 133.3 miles and 3h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.7 mi from Willard, OH · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 66.7 miles from Willard, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Beavercreek, 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 Beavercreek, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.94 one way
$39.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $22.26 | $44.52 |
| premium | $4.79 | $25.14 | $50.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.61 | $59.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40 | 0 | $14.00 | $6.40 |
| Efficient EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.66 | $5.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Willard on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
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
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.
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