How far is Hamilton, OH from Forest Park, OH?
The driving distance from Hamilton, OH to Forest Park, OH is about 9.9 miles (16 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 34m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 17m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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City in Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hamilton and Forest Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton and Forest Park.
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Start on High Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · High Street
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Continue on Butler County Veterans Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Butler County Veterans Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 4 Bypass: Middletown, Fairfield
1473 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto Bypass 4
4.3 mi · 6 min · Bypass 4
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Continue on Ross Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Ross Road
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Continue on Ross Road
751 ft · 21 sec · Ross Road
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Continue on Kenn Road
1 mi · 3 min · Kenn Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kenn Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hamilton and Forest Park.
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.
Bypass 4
Turn right onto Bypass 4
4.3 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving Hamilton and Chance Rain Showers near Forest Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hamilton to Forest Park?
The road trip is about 9.9 miles (16 km) and usually takes 00h 17m 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?
Fairfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5 miles from Hamilton and 5 miles from Forest Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.30 one way or $2.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hamilton and Chance Rain Showers near Forest Park.
Stop Ideas Near Fairfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Wyoming City Hall
Robert Sonny Hill Jr Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fairfield.
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
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Connersville station
Maysville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hamilton and Forest Park. Straight-line distance: 8.14 mi (13.1 km).
#1 Hamilton
The most populous city in Butler County, Ohio.
| Population | 62,148 |
| Coordinates | 39.3995000, -84.5613400 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Forest Park
City in United States of America
| Population | 18,534 |
| Coordinates | 39.2903400, -84.5041100 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forest Park (-84.50411, 39.29034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $1.30 | $2.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $1.48 | $2.97 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $1.68 | $3.35 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $1.51 | $3.01 |
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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