How far is Harlem, OH from West Chester, OH?
The driving distance from Harlem, OH to West Chester, OH is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harlem and West Chester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlem and West Chester.
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Start on Gorsuch Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Gorsuch Road
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Turn right onto Miller-Paul Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Miller-Paul Road
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Turn left onto Fancher Road
3139 ft · 60 sec · Fancher Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Road 605
13 m · 1 sec · State Road 605
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Exit the roundabout onto State Road 605
1578 ft · 25 sec · State Road 605
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Continue on New Albany - Condit Road
3 mi · 5 min · New Albany - Condit Road
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Continue on North High Street
1108 ft · 26 sec · North High Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1846 ft · 24 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on Johnstown Road
1434 ft · 26 sec · Johnstown Road
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Take the exit right
1654 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto New Albany Bypass
10.5 mi · 12 min · New Albany Bypass
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Continue straight
38.8 mi · 43 min
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Continue straight
8.9 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
16.1 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto Pilling Street
6.2 mi · 11 min · Pilling Street
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Turn left onto Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
1.6 mi · 4 min · Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
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Turn straight
8.7 mi · 15 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harlem and West Chester.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
New Albany Bypass
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38.8 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Sunny leaving Harlem and Sunny near West Chester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harlem to West Chester?
The road trip is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Dresden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.9 miles from Harlem and 49.6 miles from West Chester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.86 one way or $25.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Harlem and Sunny near West Chester.
Stop Ideas Near Dresden
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harlem and West Chester. Straight-line distance: 79.11 mi (127.31 km).
#1 Harlem
City in United States of America
| Population | 4,903 |
| Coordinates | 40.1517300, -82.8393400 |
| Altitude | 304 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Chester
The most populous city in Butler County, Ohio.
| Population | 62,791 |
| Coordinates | 40.2336800, -81.3442800 |
| Altitude | 354 |
| Country | United States |
End: SR 342 (-81.34429, 40.233256)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 158 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $12.86 | $25.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $14.72 | $29.44 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $16.62 | $33.24 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $14.93 | $29.87 |
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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