How far is Colerain, OH from Chester, OH?
The driving distance from Colerain, OH to Chester, OH is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.1 miles (149.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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 02h 28m.
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City in Washington County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Colerain and Chester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colerain and Chester.
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Start on Colerain Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Colerain Road
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Continue on Sunset Heights Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Sunset Heights Road
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Continue on Cadiz Pike
1.2 km · 1 min · Cadiz Pike
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Turn right onto North Lincoln Avenue
1947 ft · 39 sec · North Lincoln Avenue
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Take the ramp left
700 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ohio Valley Pike
11.1 mi · 12 min · Ohio Valley Pike
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Take the exit straight
1453 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Ferry Landing Road
2461 ft · 32 sec · Ferry Landing Road
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Continue straight
2318 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Lafayette Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Lafayette Avenue
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Continue on Energy Road
21.6 mi · 26 min · Energy Road
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Continue on North State Route 2
1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2
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Continue on 3rd Street
2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street
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Continue on North 4th Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · North 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Elizabeth Street
82 m · 4 sec · Elizabeth Street
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Turn right onto Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street
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Continue on 3rd Street
11.7 mi · 13 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5.1 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Take the exit right
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
1835 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto Corridor D
10.2 mi · 12 min · Corridor D
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Keep slight left to continue on US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto SR 7
22.7 mi · 27 min · SR 7
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Turn left
921 ft · 18 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Route 248
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Colerain and Chester.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
SR 7
Merge slight left onto SR 7
22.7 mi · 00h 27m
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 Colerain and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Chester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Colerain to Chester?
The road trip is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
New Matamoras is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.5 miles from Colerain and 62.6 miles from Chester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.1 miles (149.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 32 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 1:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.34 one way or $32.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Colerain and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Chester.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Colerain and Chester. Straight-line distance: 93.08 mi (149.79 km).
#1 Colerain
The most populous city in Hamilton County, Ohio.
| Population | 59,145 |
| Coordinates | 40.1259000, -80.8087000 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chester
Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 3,107 |
| Coordinates | 39.0875800, -81.9226400 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chester (-81.92264, 39.08758)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $16.34 | $32.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $18.71 | $37.41 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $21.12 | $42.25 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $18.98 | $37.96 |
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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