How far is West Chester, OH from Amboy, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Amboy, OH is about 162.9 miles (262.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123 miles (198 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 39m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 19m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Chester and Amboy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Amboy.
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Start on the route
57 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
698 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight right
7.5 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
6 mi · 9 min
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Turn slight left onto Taylor Avenue
543 ft · 11 sec · Taylor Avenue
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Turn right onto Jewett Avenue
1518 ft · 26 sec · Jewett Avenue
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Continue on Center Street
151 m · 12 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto Stillwater Avenue
3168 ft · 59 sec · Stillwater Avenue
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
1516 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Water Street
70.3 mi · 1 hr 22 min · Water Street
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Take the exit slight left toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
12.6 mi · 16 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
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Continue on I 90
46.1 mi · 50 min · I 90
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 84, SR 193: North Kingsville
1646 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Lake Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Lake Street
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Center Street
3.6 mi · 6 min · East Center Street
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Continue on West Main Road
3270 ft · 57 sec · West Main Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Amboy.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Water Street
Turn right onto Water Street
70.3 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Sunny leaving West Chester and Mostly Sunny near Amboy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Amboy?
The road trip is about 162.9 miles (262.1 km) and usually takes 03h 19m 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?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.4 miles from West Chester and 81.5 miles from Amboy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123 miles (198 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.9 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 10:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.30 one way or $42.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Chester and Mostly Sunny near Amboy.
Stop Ideas Near Hudson
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 Hudson.
Cleveland Lakefront station
Alliance
Elyria
Sandusky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Chester and Amboy. Straight-line distance: 123.03 mi (197.99 km).
#1 West Chester
The most populous city in Butler County, Ohio.
| Population | 62,791 |
| Coordinates | 40.2336800, -81.3442800 |
| Altitude | 354 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Amboy
Township in Fulton County, Ohio
| Population | 1,780 |
| Coordinates | 41.9272800, -80.6150800 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
End: Amboy (-80.61508, 41.92728)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 262 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $21.30 | $42.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $24.39 | $48.78 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $27.54 | $55.09 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $24.75 | $49.50 |
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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