How far is West Chester, OH from Malta, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Malta, OH is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 01h 42m.
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 Ohio County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Chester and Malta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Malta.
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Start on the route
5 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto High Street
144 m · 15 sec · High Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
148 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto South Philadelphia Street
2494 ft · 42 sec · South Philadelphia Street
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Continue on Philadelphia Street
53 m · 3 sec · Philadelphia Street
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Continue on Smyrna Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Smyrna Road
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Merge slight left onto Cadiz-Piedmont Road
2762 ft · 36 sec · Cadiz-Piedmont Road
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Continue on Cadiz Road
20.7 mi · 23 min · Cadiz Road
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Take the exit slight right
2454 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left
22.2 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 78: Caldwell, Woodsfield
2128 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right onto McConnelsville Road
24.4 mi · 36 min · McConnelsville Road
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Continue on North 8th Street
76 m · 4 sec · North 8th Street
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Continue on North 7th Street
1383 ft · 25 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
113 m · 6 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1095 ft · 25 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
643 ft · 19 sec · 3rd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Front Street
931 ft · 31 sec · Front Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
104 m · 15 sec · 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Malta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
McConnelsville Road
Turn right onto McConnelsville Road
24.4 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Isolated Rain Showers leaving West Chester and Mostly Cloudy near Malta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Malta?
The road trip is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Buffalo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.1 miles from West Chester and 39.1 miles from Malta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.4 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:06 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.98 one way or $21.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around West Chester and Mostly Cloudy near Malta.
Stop Ideas Near Buffalo
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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 Malta. Straight-line distance: 48.81 mi (78.56 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 Malta
Village in Ohio, US
| Population | 631 |
| Coordinates | 39.6492400, -81.8620800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
End: Malta (-81.86208, 39.64924)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $3.98 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $12.59 | $25.18 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $14.08 | $28.16 |
| Diesel | $6.39 | $17.64 | $35.28 |
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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