How far is Dayton, OH from Laurel, OH?
The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Laurel, OH is about 76.4 miles (122.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.3 miles (93.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.
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.
City in Hamilton County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Laurel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Laurel.
-
1
Start on South Main Street
92 m · 12 sec · South Main Street
-
2
Turn right onto West 4th Street
156 m · 18 sec · West 4th Street
-
3
Turn left onto South Ludlow Street
2095 ft · 41 sec · South Ludlow Street
-
4
Take the ramp slight right toward US 35 West: Eaton
1509 ft · 37 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
1326 ft · 16 sec
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, I 75 North, SR 4 North: Cincinnati, Toledo
628 ft · 15 sec
-
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Cincinnati
2228 ft · 50 sec
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Cincinnati
1244 ft · 30 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
35 mi · 40 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 275 East: Columbus
2267 ft · 55 sec
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 275 East: Columbus
1592 ft · 54 sec
-
12
Merge slight left onto Circle Freeway
21.9 mi · 25 min · Circle Freeway
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 125: Beechmont Avenue, Amelia
2028 ft · 57 sec
-
14
Turn left onto Ohio Pike
4.5 mi · 7 min · Ohio Pike
-
15
Continue on West Main Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
-
16
Continue on East Ohio Pike
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Ohio Pike
-
17
Continue on State Route 125
1.5 mi · 2 min · State Route 125
-
18
Turn right onto State Route 222
4 mi · 7 min · State Route 222
-
19
Turn right onto Laurel Nicholsville Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Laurel Nicholsville Road
-
20
At the end of the road, turn right
1.6 mi · 3 min
-
21
Turn right
19 m · 5 sec
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Laurel.
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.
Sunny leaving Dayton and Sunny near Laurel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Laurel?
The road trip is about 76.4 miles (122.9 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Sharonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.2 miles from Dayton and 38.2 miles from Laurel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.3 miles (93.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 3:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.97 one way or $19.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dayton and Sunny near Laurel.
Stop Ideas Near Sharonville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Wyoming City Hall
Cincinnati City Hall
Dayton City Building
Westwood Town Center Historic District
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sharonville.
Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Connersville station
Maysville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Laurel. Straight-line distance: 58.29 mi (93.81 km).
#1 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laurel
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 1,121 |
| Coordinates | 38.9153400, -84.1916000 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: Laurel (-84.1916, 38.91534)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $9.97 | $19.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $11.41 | $22.82 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $12.89 | $25.77 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $11.58 | $23.16 |
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 · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.