How far is West Chester, OH from Hanover, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Hanover, OH is about 27.9 miles (44.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.1 miles (27.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Chester and Hanover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Hanover.
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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
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Feed Springs Road Southeast
1.1 mi · 3 min · Feed Springs Road Southeast
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Continue on Moravian Trl Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Moravian Trl Road
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Turn left onto Plum Run Road
2 mi · 5 min · Plum Run Road
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Turn right onto Cadiz-Dennison Road
6.8 mi · 9 min · Cadiz-Dennison Road
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Turn left onto Tappan-Scio Road
4.7 mi · 8 min · Tappan-Scio Road
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Turn right onto Gundy Ridge Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Gundy Ridge Road
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Continue on Hanover Ridge Road
1221 ft · 19 sec · Hanover Ridge Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hanover Ridge Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Hanover.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Keep slight right
7.54 mi · 00h 13m
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 leaving West Chester and Chance Rain Showers near Hanover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Hanover?
The road trip is about 27.9 miles (44.9 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Dennison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.9 miles from West Chester and 13.9 miles from Hanover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.1 miles (27.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.67 one way or $7.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around West Chester and Chance Rain Showers near Hanover.
Stop Ideas Near Dennison
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dennison.
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Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Chester and Hanover. Straight-line distance: 17.16 mi (27.61 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 Hanover
Village in Ohio
| Population | 1,225 |
| Coordinates | 40.3661800, -81.0689900 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hanover (-81.06899, 40.36618)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.67 | $7.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $4.74 | $9.48 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
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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