How far is Caldwell, OH from Elk, OH?
The driving distance from Caldwell, OH to Elk, OH is about 16.2 miles (26.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.9 miles (17.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m 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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Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caldwell and Elk.
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Start on North Street
17 m · 10 sec · North Street
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Continue on West Street
893 ft · 20 sec · West Street
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Turn straight onto Marietta Road
3096 ft · 1 min · Marietta Road
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Turn left onto Woodsfield Road
8.8 mi · 13 min · Woodsfield Road
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Turn right onto Road Fork Road
8.8 mi · 15 min · Road Fork Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Road Fork Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Caldwell and Elk.
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.
Woodsfield Road
Turn left onto Woodsfield Road
8.82 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Caldwell and Chance Rain Showers near Elk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Caldwell to Elk?
The road trip is about 16.2 miles (26.1 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
East Union is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Caldwell and 7.1 miles from Elk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.9 miles (17.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.11 one way or $4.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Caldwell and Chance Rain Showers near Elk.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Caldwell and Elk. Straight-line distance: 10.9 mi (17.54 km).
#1 Caldwell
Village in Noble County, Ohio
| Population | 1,639 |
| Coordinates | 39.7478500, -81.5165100 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elk
Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 3,190 |
| Coordinates | 39.6731300, -81.3359500 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Road Fork Road (-81.33598, 39.673104)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $2.11 | $4.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $2.73 | $5.46 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $2.45 | $4.91 |
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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