How far is West Chester, OH from Minerva Park, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Minerva Park, OH is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m 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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City in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Chester and Minerva Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Minerva Park.
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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
47.8 mi · 55 min
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Continue straight
18.2 mi · 21 min
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Turn slight left
146 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto Farview Road
1213 ft · 52 sec · Farview Road
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Turn right onto Minerva Lake Road
2879 ft · 2 min · Minerva Lake Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Minerva Lake Road
47 m · 5 sec · Minerva Lake Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Minerva Lake Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Minerva Park.
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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47.8 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Minerva Park?
The road trip is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Frazeysburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from West Chester and 49.8 miles from Minerva Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 2:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.00 one way or $26.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around West Chester and Rain Showers Likely near Minerva Park.
Stop Ideas Near Frazeysburg
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Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Chester and Minerva Park. Straight-line distance: 85.16 mi (137.05 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 Minerva Park
City in Franklin County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 1,318 |
| Coordinates | 40.0764500, -82.9437900 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
End: Minerva Park (-82.94379, 40.07645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $14.89 | $29.78 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $16.81 | $33.63 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $15.11 | $30.21 |
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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