How far is Dayton, OH from Convoy, OH?

The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Convoy, OH is about 96.9 miles (155.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 84.4 miles (135.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 15m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
96.87 mi
02h 07m
Flight
84.4 mi
135.83 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
84.4 mi
Kilometers
135.83 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
96.87 mi
Kilometers
155.9 km
Drive Time
02h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Convoy
Sun, May 3, 4:37 PM EDT
Return by in Dayton
Sun, May 3, 6:44 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dayton
2026-05-03T14:29
Arrive Convoy
Sun, May 3, 4:37 PM EDT
Route Timing
02h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:08 AM to 12:08 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:14 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dayton
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
North Star
OH

Village in Darke County, Ohio

From Dayton
48.5 mi
01h 03m
To Convoy
48.4 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Sunday

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 15 mph SW
Destination
62°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Convoy.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Convoy.

  1. 1

    Start on South Main Street

    757 ft · 30 sec · South Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West 2nd Street

    2417 ft · 1 min · West 2nd Street

  3. 3

    Continue on West 2nd Street

    668 ft · 13 sec · West 2nd Street

  4. 4

    Continue on West 1st Street

    116 m · 7 sec · West 1st Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Salem Avenue

    11.4 mi · 17 min · Salem Avenue

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville

    1806 ft · 44 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville

    19.9 mi · 23 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit right

    1374 ft · 38 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    41.2 mi · 51 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    14.3 mi · 20 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto West Ervin Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · West Ervin Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Van Wert-Decatur Road

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Van Wert-Decatur Road

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn right

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Lincoln Highway

    4.5 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Convoy Road

    2147 ft · 59 sec · Convoy Road

  16. 16

    Continue on East Tully Street

    1420 ft · 39 sec · East Tully Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Tully Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Convoy.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
SR 49 North
75.9 mi · 78%
Salem Avenue
11.4 mi · 12%
Lincoln Highway
4.49 mi · 5%
Van Wert-Decatur Road
1.38 mi · 1%
West Ervin Road
0.83 mi · 1%
West 2nd Street
0.58 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

SR 49 North

Merge slight left

41.2 mi · 00h 51m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.5 mi
84.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
North Star
01h 03m from Dayton
Leave By
2:14 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Dayton and Mostly Sunny near Convoy.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Convoy?

The road trip is about 96.9 miles (155.9 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?

North Star is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Dayton and 48.4 miles from Convoy.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 84.4 miles (135.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 2:14 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.67 one way or $25.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Dayton and Mostly Sunny near Convoy.

Stop Ideas Near North Star

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around North Star and the surrounding midpoint area.
Darke County Visitors Bureau
Scenic stop 13.4 mi away

Darke County Visitors Bureau

Greenville , OH
421 S Broadway St, Greenville, OH 45331, United States
Rating 5.0/5 6 reviews Tourist information center
Advance America
Practical stop 12.3 mi away

Advance America

Greenville , OH
537 Wagner Ave, Greenville, OH 45331, United States
Rating 5.0/5 429 reviews Loan agency,Financial institution,Money order service,Money transfer service
Greenville City Hall
Meeting point 13.4 mi away

Greenville City Hall

Greenville , OH
Greenville Muncipal Building, 100 Public Square, Greenville, OH 45331
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City government office
Fireside Resort
Nearby stop 14.6 mi away

Fireside Resort

Greenville , OH
6236 Shade Rd, Greenville, OH 45331, United States
Rating 4.9/5 22 reviews Campground,Banquet hall,Wedding venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Star.

RAIL

Connersville station

89 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Convoy. Straight-line distance: 84.4 mi (135.83 km).

Dayton

#1 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

Population139,907
Coordinates39.7589500, -84.1916100
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Convoy

#2 Convoy

Human settlement in Van Wert County, Ohio, United States of America

Population1,050
Coordinates40.9167200, -84.7027400
Altitude239
CountryUnited States
Start: Dayton (-84.19161, 39.75895)
End: Convoy (-84.70274, 40.91672)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 156 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 12m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.42 gal
12.94 L · about $12.67
Round trip
$25.34
6.84 gal · 25.88 L
Estimated CO2
30.4 kg one way
Round trip: 60.8 kg / 134 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $12.67 $25.34
Mid-grade $4.24 $14.51 $29.02
Premium $4.79 $16.38 $32.76
Diesel $4.30 $14.72 $29.44

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 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Dayton and Convoy. The current time is 14:29:47.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.