How far is West Chester, OH from Stow, OH?
The driving distance from West Chester, OH to Stow, OH is about 78.5 miles (126.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 23m 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 01h 41m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Chester and Stow.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Chester and Stow.
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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
6 mi · 9 min
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Turn slight left onto Taylor Avenue
543 ft · 11 sec · Taylor Avenue
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Turn right onto Jewett Avenue
1518 ft · 26 sec · Jewett Avenue
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Continue on Center Street
151 m · 12 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto Stillwater Avenue
3168 ft · 59 sec · Stillwater Avenue
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
1516 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Water Street
59.9 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Water Street
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 59 East: Front Street, Stow
1594 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on Front Street
2474 ft · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Kent Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Kent Road
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Turn left onto Darrow Road
6 m · 1 sec · Darrow Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Darrow Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Chester and Stow.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Water Street
Turn right onto Water Street
59.9 mi · 01h 10m
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 Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Stow.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Chester to Stow?
The road trip is about 78.5 miles (126.4 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?
Bolivar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.3 miles from West Chester and 39.3 miles from Stow.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.2 miles (103.3 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 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.26 one way or $20.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around West Chester and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Stow.
Stop Ideas Near Bolivar
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bolivar.
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Elyria
Cleveland Lakefront station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Chester and Stow. Straight-line distance: 64.16 mi (103.26 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 Stow
City in Summit County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 34,714 |
| Coordinates | 41.1595000, -81.4403900 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stow (-81.44039, 41.1595)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 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 | $3.71 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $11.75 | $23.50 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $11.92 | $23.84 |
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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