How far is Anderson, OH from South Salem, OH?
The driving distance from Anderson, OH to South Salem, OH is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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City in Ross County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anderson and South Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anderson and South Salem.
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Start on Anderson Station Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Anderson Station Road
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Turn left onto Maple Grove Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Maple Grove Road
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Turn right onto State Route 28
12.4 mi · 18 min · State Route 28
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Turn left onto Lyndon Salem Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Lyndon Salem Road
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Continue on Stewart Street
1588 ft · 46 sec · Stewart Street
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Turn right
53 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anderson and South Salem.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Route 28
Turn right onto State Route 28
12.4 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Anderson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near South Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anderson to South Salem?
The road trip is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Frankfort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Anderson and 7.6 miles from South Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Anderson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near South Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Frankfort
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
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Ashland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anderson and South Salem. Straight-line distance: 12.73 mi (20.49 km).
#1 Anderson
A city in Madison County, Ohio.
| Population | 44,059 |
| Coordinates | 39.3609000, -83.0704600 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Salem
City in Ross County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 198 |
| Coordinates | 39.3361800, -83.3065800 |
| Altitude | 280 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Salem (-83.30658, 39.33618)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $1.96 | $3.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $2.54 | $5.08 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $2.28 | $4.56 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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