How far is Sunbury, OH from West Chester, OH?
The driving distance from Sunbury, OH to West Chester, OH is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.9 miles (128.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
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 Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunbury and West Chester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunbury and West Chester.
-
1
Start on Cherry Street
588 ft · 14 sec · Cherry Street
-
2
Turn right onto Morning Street
126 m · 5 sec · Morning Street
-
3
Continue on Granville Street
10.6 mi · 12 min · Granville Street
-
4
Continue on North Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
-
5
Continue on Johnstown-Alexandria Road
4.8 mi · 5 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
-
6
Continue on Main Street
1 km · 43 sec · Main Street
-
7
Continue on Johnstown-Alexandria Road
1 mi · 1 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
-
8
Take the exit left
39.1 mi · 44 min
-
9
Continue straight
8.9 mi · 12 min
-
10
Continue straight
16.1 mi · 20 min
-
11
Turn right onto Pilling Street
6.2 mi · 11 min · Pilling Street
-
12
Turn left onto Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
1.6 mi · 4 min · Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
-
13
Turn straight
8.7 mi · 15 min
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sunbury 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.
Johnstown-Alexandria Road
Take the exit left
39.1 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Sunbury and Partly Sunny near West Chester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sunbury to West Chester?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Frazeysburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from Sunbury and 49.8 miles from West Chester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.9 miles (128.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:44 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.36 one way or $26.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Sunbury and Partly Sunny near West Chester.
Stop Ideas Near Frazeysburg
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 Frazeysburg.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sunbury and West Chester. Straight-line distance: 79.9 mi (128.58 km).
#1 Sunbury
Situated in central Ohio within the rapidly developing Delaware County, this municipality is a growing satellite community north of Columbus.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.2425600, -82.8590700 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| 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: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.81 | $13.36 | $26.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $15.34 | $30.67 |
| Premium | $4.91 | $17.22 | $34.44 |
| Diesel | $6.29 | $22.08 | $44.17 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Ohio · Nov 10, 2026