How far is Newark, OH from West Chester, OH?
The driving distance from Newark, OH to West Chester, OH is about 69.6 miles (112 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.1 miles (91.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 42m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Ohio, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newark and West Chester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark and West Chester.
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Start on the route
28 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto North Second Street
80 m · 5 sec · North Second Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North 2nd Street
48 m · 3 sec · North 2nd Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North 2nd Street
50 m · 4 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto North Cedar Street
615 ft · 15 sec · North Cedar Street
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Take the ramp right
1218 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
35.7 mi · 42 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 Newark 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.
North Cedar Street
Merge slight left
35.7 mi · 00h 42m
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 Newark 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 Newark to West Chester?
The road trip is about 69.6 miles (112 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Coshocton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.7 miles from Newark and 34.9 miles from West Chester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.1 miles (91.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.11 one way or $18.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Newark and Sunny near West Chester.
Stop Ideas Near Coshocton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Coshocton.
Alliance
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newark and West Chester. Straight-line distance: 57.13 mi (91.94 km).
#1 Newark
City in Ohio, USA
| Population | 2,152 |
| Coordinates | 40.0581200, -82.4012600 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| 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: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.11 | $18.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $10.44 | $20.87 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $11.78 | $23.57 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $10.59 | $21.18 |
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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