How far is South Point, OH from West Chester, OH?
The driving distance from South Point, OH to West Chester, OH is about 199.4 miles (320.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 141.9 miles (228.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Wyandot County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Point and West Chester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Point and West Chester.
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Start on 4th Street East
732 ft · 21 sec · 4th Street East
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Turn right onto Solida Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Solida Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
28 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
934 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
2501 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
11 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2, WV 193: Barboursville
1481 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Big Ben Bowen Highway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Big Ben Bowen Highway
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Turn right onto Ohio River Road
12.2 mi · 14 min · Ohio River Road
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Continue on Huntington Road
20.8 mi · 24 min · Huntington Road
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Continue on Viand Street
575 ft · 8 sec · Viand Street
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Continue straight
1508 ft · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
29.2 mi · 35 min
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Turn left
88.7 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 22: Cambridge, Cadiz
925 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left
39 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Cadiz Road
20.6 mi · 23 min · Cadiz Road
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Continue on Cadiz-Piedmont Road
2762 ft · 36 sec · Cadiz-Piedmont Road
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Turn left onto Smyrna Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Smyrna Road
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Continue on Philadelphia Street
2668 ft · 52 sec · Philadelphia Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
148 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto High Street
144 m · 14 sec · High Street
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Turn left onto Westchester Road
5 mi · 9 min · Westchester Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Point and West Chester.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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88.7 mi · 01h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving South Point and Chance Rain Showers near West Chester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Point to West Chester?
The road trip is about 199.4 miles (320.9 km) and usually takes 03h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Eden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102 miles from South Point and 97.4 miles from West Chester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 141.9 miles (228.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.08 one way or $52.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around South Point and Chance Rain Showers near West Chester.
Stop Ideas Near Eden
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 Eden.
Charleston
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
Montgomery
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Point and West Chester. Straight-line distance: 141.93 mi (228.42 km).
#1 South Point
Town in Ohio, United States
| Population | 3,813 |
| Coordinates | 38.4178600, -82.5862700 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| 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: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $26.08 | $52.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $29.86 | $59.73 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $33.72 | $67.44 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $30.30 | $60.60 |
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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