How far is West Chester, OH from Bratenahl, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Bratenahl, OH is about 106.5 miles (171.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 43m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Stark County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Chester and Bratenahl.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Bratenahl.
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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
15.9 mi · 17 min · Water Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
1543 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto South Wooster Avenue
3.2 mi · 4 min · South Wooster Avenue
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Continue straight
65.7 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Merge slight left onto Innerbelt
2.1 mi · 3 min · Innerbelt
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Merge slight right onto Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
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Continue on Lakeland Freeway
2170 ft · 30 sec · Lakeland Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Martin Luther King Junior Drive, University Circle
989 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Boulevard
122 m · 17 sec · Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Continue on Martin Luther King Boulevard
742 ft · 20 sec · Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Continue on Lakeshore Boulevard
2711 ft · 2 min · Lakeshore Boulevard
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Turn left onto Holden Lane
152 m · 22 sec · Holden Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Holden Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Bratenahl.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Wooster Avenue
Continue straight
65.7 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving West Chester and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bratenahl.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Bratenahl?
The road trip is about 106.5 miles (171.4 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Canal Fulton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from West Chester and 53.3 miles from Bratenahl.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 1:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.93 one way or $27.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around West Chester and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bratenahl.
Stop Ideas Near Canal Fulton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Chester and Bratenahl. Straight-line distance: 91.63 mi (147.46 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 Bratenahl
Town
| Population | 1,153 |
| Coordinates | 41.5425500, -81.6262400 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bratenahl (-81.62624, 41.54255)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $13.93 | $27.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $18.01 | $36.02 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $16.18 | $32.37 |
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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