How far is West Chester, OH from Keene, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Keene, OH is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
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 Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Chester and Keene.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Keene.
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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
13.7 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto State Route 621
2132 ft · 33 sec · State Route 621
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Turn slight left onto County Road 193
2.1 mi · 5 min · County Road 193
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At the end of the road, turn right
2255 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right
2335 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on County Road 1
1 km · 2 min · County Road 1
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 1
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Keene.
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
At the end of the road, turn left
13.7 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Sunny leaving West Chester and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Keene.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Keene?
The road trip is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Newcomerstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from West Chester and 17.1 miles from Keene.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.48 one way or $8.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Chester and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Keene.
Stop Ideas Near Newcomerstown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Port Washington Town Hall
Newcomerstown Mayor Office
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newcomerstown.
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Chester and Keene. Straight-line distance: 28.66 mi (46.13 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 Keene
Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 1,678 |
| Coordinates | 40.3450700, -81.8681900 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
End: Keene (-81.86819, 40.34507)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.48 | $8.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $5.13 | $10.27 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $5.80 | $11.59 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
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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