How far is Dayton, OH from Campbell, OH?
The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Campbell, OH is about 246.6 miles (396.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 209.8 miles (337.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 24m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 42m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Campbell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Campbell.
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Start on South Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
43 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 4 North: Springfield
1102 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
10.4 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
5.8 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
49.2 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on North Innerbelt
1003 ft · 16 sec · North Innerbelt
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
2166 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
1560 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
99.5 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
39.2 mi · 44 min
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Continue straight
4 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 680: Youngstown
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
1872 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on Madison Avenue Expressway
2.7 mi · 3 min · Madison Avenue Expressway
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Turn right onto Oak Street
785 ft · 20 sec · Oak Street
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Turn left onto North Hine Street
1590 ft · 34 sec · North Hine Street
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Turn right onto Himrod Avenue
574 ft · 20 sec · Himrod Avenue
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Turn left onto Wilson Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Wilson Avenue
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
787 ft · 35 sec · 3rd Street
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Continue on Penhale Avenue
847 ft · 43 sec · Penhale Avenue
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Turn left onto 6th Street
108 m · 21 sec · 6th Street
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Turn left onto Whipple Avenue
35 m · 5 sec · Whipple Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whipple Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Campbell.
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 North
Merge slight left
99.5 mi · 01h 48m
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.
Sunny leaving Dayton and Sunny near Campbell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Campbell?
The road trip is about 246.6 miles (396.8 km) and usually takes 04h 42m 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 123.1 miles from Dayton and 123.5 miles from Campbell.
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 36.8 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 7:36 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.23 one way or $64.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dayton and Sunny near Campbell.
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 Dayton and Campbell. Straight-line distance: 209.79 mi (337.62 km).
#1 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Campbell
City in Ohio, USA
| Population | 7,733 |
| Coordinates | 41.0783900, -80.5992400 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: Campbell (-80.59924, 41.07839)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 397 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $32.23 | $64.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $36.91 | $73.81 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $41.67 | $83.35 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $37.44 | $74.89 |
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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