How far is West Chester, OH from Chatham, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Chatham, OH is about 77.1 miles (124.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.8 miles (94.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 36m 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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Halfway Point
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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 Chatham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Chatham.
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Start on the route
57 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
8.7 mi · 15 min
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Turn slight right onto Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
1.6 mi · 4 min · Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
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At the end of the road, turn right
6.2 mi · 11 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
16.1 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
36.8 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 13
1598 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto Mount Vernon Road
4.6 mi · 7 min · Mount Vernon Road
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Turn left onto Chestnut Hills Road Northeast
2058 ft · 39 sec · Chestnut Hills Road Northeast
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Turn right onto Marion Road Northeast
2.3 mi · 6 min · Marion Road Northeast
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Turn right onto Preston Road
140 m · 20 sec · Preston Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Preston Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Chatham.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dunlap Creek Road Southwest
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36.8 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving West Chester and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Chatham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Chatham?
The road trip is about 77.1 miles (124.1 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Conesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.5 miles from West Chester and 38.6 miles from Chatham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.8 miles (94.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.08 one way or $20.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around West Chester and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Chatham.
Stop Ideas Near Conesville
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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 Chatham. Straight-line distance: 58.78 mi (94.59 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 Chatham
Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 2,396 |
| Coordinates | 40.1575600, -82.4534900 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chatham (-82.45349, 40.15756)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $11.54 | $23.08 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $13.03 | $26.06 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $11.71 | $23.41 |
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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