How far is Gaysport, OH from Dresden, OH?
The driving distance from Gaysport, OH to Dresden, OH is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m 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 Muskingum County, Ohio, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gaysport and Dresden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gaysport and Dresden.
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Start on Gaysport Hill Road
40 m · 10 sec · Gaysport Hill Road
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Turn left onto Rockville Road
87 m · 8 sec · Rockville Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South River Road
4.5 mi · 7 min · South River Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on South River Road
6.2 mi · 9 min · South River Road
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Continue on Wayne Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Wayne Avenue
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Continue on 9th Street
1333 ft · 25 sec · 9th Street
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Continue on Underwood Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Underwood Street
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Continue on Adair Avenue
2972 ft · 1 min · Adair Avenue
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Turn right onto Maple Avenue
2617 ft · 1 min · Maple Avenue
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Turn right onto Dresden Road
4.6 mi · 9 min · Dresden Road
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Turn left onto Richvale Road
2350 ft · 48 sec · Richvale Road
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Turn right onto Northpointe Drive
6.2 mi · 9 min · Northpointe Drive
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Continue on Frazeysburg Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Frazeysburg Road
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Turn right onto West 9th Street
1558 ft · 36 sec · West 9th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
112 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto East 8th Street
27 m · 4 sec · East 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gaysport and Dresden.
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.
Northpointe Drive
Turn right onto Northpointe Drive
6.22 mi · 00h 09m
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 Gaysport and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Dresden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gaysport to Dresden?
The road trip is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km) and usually takes 00h 44m 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?
Zanesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.9 miles from Gaysport and 15.2 miles from Dresden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.82 one way or $7.63 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 Gaysport and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Dresden.
Stop Ideas Near Zanesville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gaysport and Dresden. Straight-line distance: 22.91 mi (36.87 km).
#1 Gaysport
Gaysport is a place in Ohio, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.8028500, -81.8906900 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dresden
Town in the U.
| Population | 1,688 |
| Coordinates | 40.1214600, -82.0106900 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 8th Street (-82.010686, 40.121452)
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 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $4.37 | $8.74 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $4.43 | $8.87 |
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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