How far is West Chester, OH from New Albany, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to New Albany, OH is about 92.1 miles (148.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78 miles (125.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and New Albany.
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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
10.5 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62: New Albany, Johnstown
1439 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto Johnstown Road
2214 ft · 40 sec · Johnstown Road
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Continue on East Main Street
1846 ft · 32 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South High Street
564 ft · 12 sec · South High Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South High Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and New Albany.
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
Continue straight
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.
Sunny leaving West Chester and Sunny near New Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to New Albany?
The road trip is about 92.1 miles (148.2 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Dresden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46 miles from West Chester and 46.1 miles from New Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78 miles (125.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.04 one way or $24.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Chester and Sunny near New Albany.
Stop Ideas Near Dresden
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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 New Albany. Straight-line distance: 78.05 mi (125.61 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 New Albany
City in Ohio
| Population | 11,072 |
| Coordinates | 40.0811700, -82.8087900 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Albany (-82.80879, 40.08117)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 148 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $13.79 | $27.57 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $15.57 | $31.14 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $13.99 | $27.98 |
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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