How far is Ada, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Ada, OH to Dayton, OH is about 87.7 miles (141.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m 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 01h 27m.
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.
Village in Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ada and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ada and Dayton.
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Start on East Lincoln Avenue
44 m · 10 sec · East Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2666 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West North Avenue
10.1 mi · 15 min · West North Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Ada Road
35 m · 3 sec · Ada Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Ada Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Ada Road
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Continue on Findlay Road
2673 ft · 1 min · Findlay Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 75 South: Dayton
2274 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
72 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Merge slight left
51 m · 2 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
1108 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ada and Dayton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 South
Merge slight left
72 mi · 01h 19m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ada and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ada to Dayton?
The road trip is about 87.7 miles (141.2 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Anna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.8 miles from Ada and 43.9 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.2 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 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.49 one way or $22.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ada and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Anna
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 Anna.
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Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ada and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 72.48 mi (116.65 km).
#1 Ada
Village in Hardin County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 5,532 |
| Coordinates | 40.7695000, -83.8227100 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-84.191655, 39.758942)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 141 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $11.49 | $22.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $14.85 | $29.70 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $13.34 | $26.68 |
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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