How far is Campbell, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Campbell, OH to Dayton, OH is about 245.6 miles (395.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 209.8 miles (337.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 54m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Campbell and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Campbell and Dayton.
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Start on Whipple Avenue
35 m · 7 sec · Whipple Avenue
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Turn right onto 6th Street
108 m · 18 sec · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Penhale Avenue
847 ft · 37 sec · Penhale Avenue
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Continue on 3rd Street
787 ft · 37 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Wilson Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Wilson Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Himrod Avenue
65 m · 9 sec · Himrod Avenue
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Continue on Himrod Avenue
64 m · 4 sec · Himrod Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
930 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto East River Crossing
2632 ft · 32 sec · East River Crossing
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Keep slight right to continue on Cleveland, Akron, Market Street, Downtown
626 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 680 North: Cleveland, Akron
1460 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Shore Expressway
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Shore Expressway
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Continue on Wickliffe Expressway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Wickliffe Expressway
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Merge slight right
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
39.2 mi · 44 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
19.8 mi · 24 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Columbus
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
98.8 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
1692 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 670 West: Dayton
1491 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northeast Freeway
1248 ft · 19 sec · Northeast Freeway
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Keep slight right
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight right onto West Freeway
54.2 mi · 58 min · West Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
1730 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
11.1 mi · 14 min
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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 Campbell 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 71 South
Merge slight left
98.8 mi · 01h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Campbell 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 Campbell to Dayton?
The road trip is about 245.6 miles (395.2 km) and usually takes 03h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122.7 miles from Campbell and 122.8 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 209.8 miles (337.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:10 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.09 one way or $64.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Campbell and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Bellville
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 Bellville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Campbell and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 209.79 mi (337.62 km).
#1 Campbell
City in Ohio, USA
| Population | 7,733 |
| Coordinates | 41.0783900, -80.5992400 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| 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: 395 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $32.09 | $64.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $36.74 | $73.47 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $41.48 | $82.96 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $37.27 | $74.55 |
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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