How far is Jackson Center, OH from West Chester, OH?
The driving distance from Jackson Center, OH to West Chester, OH is about 169.9 miles (273.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.7 miles (229.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 45m 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 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson Center and West Chester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson Center and West Chester.
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Start on South Main Street
28 m · 4 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Pike Street
11.6 mi · 16 min · Pike Street
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Turn right
47.1 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270 East, I 270 South
1524 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 East
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway
12.2 mi · 14 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 161: Worthington, New Albany
2128 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 161 East: New Albany
1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 161 East: New Albany, Little Turtle Way
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New Albany Bypass
15.4 mi · 17 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 Jackson Center 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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
47.1 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Jackson Center and Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near West Chester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson Center to West Chester?
The road trip is about 169.9 miles (273.4 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Jersey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.9 miles from Jackson Center and 85.1 miles from West Chester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.7 miles (229.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.19 one way or $44.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Jackson Center and Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near West Chester.
Stop Ideas Near Jersey
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson Center and West Chester. Straight-line distance: 142.69 mi (229.64 km).
#1 Jackson Center
City in Shelby County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 1,456 |
| Coordinates | 40.4394900, -84.0402200 |
| Altitude | 313 |
| 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: 273 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $22.19 | $44.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $25.41 | $50.82 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $28.69 | $57.38 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $25.78 | $51.56 |
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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