How far is Clayton, OH from Louisville, OH?
The driving distance from Clayton, OH to Louisville, OH is about 29.4 miles (47.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clayton and Louisville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton and Louisville.
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Start on Clayton Pike
1.3 mi · 5 min · Clayton Pike
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Continue on Clayton Pike
1027 ft · 47 sec · Clayton Pike
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Continue on Clayton Pike
1.6 mi · 4 min · Clayton Pike
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Turn sharp left
21.2 mi · 28 min
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Turn left onto Vine Street
1600 ft · 54 sec · Vine Street
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Turn right onto Marble Furnace Road
1333 ft · 57 sec · Marble Furnace Road
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Continue on Old State Route 32
1.8 mi · 4 min · Old State Route 32
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Turn right onto Marble Furnace Road
1305 ft · 41 sec · Marble Furnace Road
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Turn left onto Louisville Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Louisville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Louisville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clayton and Louisville.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn sharp left
21.2 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Clayton and Chance Rain Showers near Louisville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clayton to Louisville?
The road trip is about 29.4 miles (47.3 km) and usually takes 00h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Union is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Clayton and 14.7 miles from Louisville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.85 one way or $7.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Clayton and Chance Rain Showers near Louisville.
Stop Ideas Near West Union
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Union.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clayton and Louisville. Straight-line distance: 20.62 mi (33.19 km).
#1 Clayton
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 1,574 |
| Coordinates | 38.7436800, -83.6754700 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Louisville
City in Stark County, Ohio
| Population | 9,378 |
| Coordinates | 38.9928500, -83.4643600 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Louisville (-83.46436, 38.99285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.85 | $7.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $4.48 | $8.95 |
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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