How far is Champion, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Champion, OH to Dayton, OH is about 166.4 miles (267.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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 02h 38m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champion and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champion and Dayton.
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Start on the route
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue on County Road U
1 mi · 2 min · County Road U
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Turn right onto North Fulton-Lucas Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Fulton-Lucas Road
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Turn left onto Sylvania Avenue
3.1 mi · 4 min · Sylvania Avenue
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Turn right onto Washburn Road
809 ft · 22 sec · Washburn Road
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Turn left onto Richfield Center Road
9 m · 5 sec · Richfield Center Road
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Turn right onto Washburn Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Washburn Road
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
5.6 mi · 8 min · Central Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
2184 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
11.9 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South: Dayton
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
137 mi · 2 hr 28 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 Champion 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
137 mi · 02h 28m
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 Champion and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then 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 Champion to Dayton?
The road trip is about 166.4 miles (267.8 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Beaverdam is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.8 miles from Champion and 83.6 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.6 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 1:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.75 one way or $43.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Champion and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Beaverdam
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 Beaverdam.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champion and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 135.81 mi (218.56 km).
#1 Champion
Township in Trumbull County, Ohio
| Population | 9,005 |
| Coordinates | 41.7147700, -83.9332800 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| 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: 268 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $21.75 | $43.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $24.90 | $49.80 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $28.12 | $56.23 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $25.26 | $50.53 |
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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