How far is Dayton, OH from Blue Ash, OH?
The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Blue Ash, OH is about 47.3 miles (76.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.7 miles (60.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 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.
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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 00h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Blue Ash.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Blue Ash.
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Start on South Main Street
92 m · 12 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
156 m · 18 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto South Ludlow Street
2095 ft · 41 sec · South Ludlow Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 35 West: Eaton
1509 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
1326 ft · 16 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, I 75 North, SR 4 North: Cincinnati, Toledo
628 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Cincinnati
2228 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Cincinnati
1244 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
35 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275 East: Columbus
2267 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 East: Columbus
1592 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Circle Freeway
5.1 mi · 6 min · Circle Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
1773 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 71 South: Cincinnati
1899 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
2.7 mi · 3 min · Northeast Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 126: Ronald Reagan Highway
845 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway
2601 ft · 47 sec · Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Blue Ash Road, Kenwood Road
611 ft · 19 sec
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Turn right
132 m · 25 sec
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Turn left onto Kenwood Road
1856 ft · 1 min · Kenwood Road
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Turn left onto Cooper Road
131 m · 15 sec · Cooper Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cooper Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Blue Ash.
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
35 mi · 00h 40m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Dayton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blue Ash.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Blue Ash?
The road trip is about 47.3 miles (76.2 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Monroe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.7 miles from Dayton and 23.7 miles from Blue Ash.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.7 miles (60.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.19 one way or $12.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Dayton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blue Ash.
Stop Ideas Near Monroe
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 Monroe.
Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Connersville station
Maysville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Blue Ash. Straight-line distance: 37.74 mi (60.74 km).
#1 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blue Ash
City in Ohio
| Population | 12,492 |
| Coordinates | 39.2320000, -84.3782700 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blue Ash (-84.37827, 39.232)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.19 | $12.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $7.08 | $14.17 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
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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