How far is Dayton, OH from Fostoria, OH?
The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Fostoria, OH is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Fostoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Fostoria.
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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 left to continue on I 75 North: Toledo
1458 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
101.5 mi · 1 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
1346 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn slight right
55 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Lima Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Lima Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1454 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Sandusky Street
947 ft · 26 sec · East Sandusky Street
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Turn left onto East Street
763 ft · 23 sec · East Street
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Turn slight right onto Central Parkway
2468 ft · 1 min · Central Parkway
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Turn left onto North Blanchard Street
152 m · 15 sec · North Blanchard Street
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Turn slight right onto Tiffin Avenue
3249 ft · 1 min · Tiffin Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Fostoria Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Fostoria Avenue
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Continue on SR 12
4.9 mi · 7 min · SR 12
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Continue on Fremont Street
6 mi · 10 min · Fremont Street
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Turn right onto West South Street
831 ft · 20 sec · West South Street
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Turn left onto Cambell Court
105 m · 17 sec · Cambell Court
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Turn right onto West Tiffin Street
110 m · 16 sec · West Tiffin Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Tiffin Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Fostoria.
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 North
Merge slight left
102 mi · 01h 50m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Dayton and Sunny near Fostoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Fostoria?
The road trip is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Wapakoneta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60 miles from Dayton and 59.9 miles from Fostoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 1:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.67 one way or $31.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Dayton and Sunny near Fostoria.
Stop Ideas Near Wapakoneta
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 Wapakoneta.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Fostoria. Straight-line distance: 104.83 mi (168.71 km).
#1 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fostoria
City in Ohio
| Population | 1,099 |
| Coordinates | 41.1570000, -83.4168700 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fostoria (-83.41687, 41.157)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $15.67 | $31.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $17.94 | $35.89 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $20.26 | $40.52 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $18.21 | $36.41 |
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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