How far is Ballville, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Ballville, OH to Dayton, OH is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.9 miles (196.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.
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.
Town in Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ballville and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ballville and Dayton.
-
1
Start on Siler Street
1667 ft · 1 min · Siler Street
-
2
Continue on Siler Street
1387 ft · 1 min · Siler Street
-
3
Turn right onto Buckland Avenue
126 m · 17 sec · Buckland Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
2474 ft · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
-
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hayes Avenue
4.5 mi · 7 min · Hayes Avenue
-
6
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
7
Continue on Main Street
3069 ft · 1 min · Main Street
-
8
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
6.2 mi · 9 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
9
Continue on Bowling Green Road East
3.2 mi · 4 min · Bowling Green Road East
-
10
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
11
Continue on Bowling Green Road East
3.5 mi · 5 min · Bowling Green Road East
-
12
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
13
Turn left
2092 ft · 51 sec
-
14
Merge slight left
124.5 mi · 2 hr 15 min
-
15
Merge slight left
51 m · 2 sec
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
1108 ft · 29 sec
-
17
Turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ballville 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.
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Merge slight left
125 mi · 02h 15m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ballville and 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 Ballville to Dayton?
The road trip is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
Cairo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.6 miles from Ballville and 68.3 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.9 miles (196.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.9 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 1:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.93 one way or $37.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ballville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Cairo
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 Cairo.
Bryan
Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza
Waterloo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ballville and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 121.84 mi (196.08 km).
#1 Ballville
Census-designated place in Sandusky County, Ohio
| Population | 5,772 |
| Coordinates | 41.3278300, -83.1321400 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| 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: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $18.93 | $37.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $21.68 | $43.35 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $24.48 | $48.95 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.99 | $43.99 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Ohio · May 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.