How far is Dayton, OH from Palmyra, OH?
The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Palmyra, OH is about 127.3 miles (204.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.7 miles (165.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in San Joaquin County, California
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Palmyra.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Palmyra.
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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
41.3 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 95: Mount Gilead, Fredericktown
1659 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto State Route 95
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Route 95
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Continue on West Sandusky Street
7.4 mi · 13 min · West Sandusky Street
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Take the ramp left
1335 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Gregg Road
95 m · 14 sec · Gregg Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gregg Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Palmyra.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 70 East
Keep slight left
49.2 mi · 00h 53m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Palmyra?
The road trip is about 127.3 miles (204.8 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Lincoln Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.6 miles from Dayton and 63.7 miles from Palmyra.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.7 miles (165.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.6 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 1:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.64 one way or $33.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Lincoln Village
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Palmyra. Straight-line distance: 102.71 mi (165.29 km).
#1 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Palmyra
Township in Portage County, Ohio
| Population | 2,908 |
| Coordinates | 40.5445000, -82.5404400 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palmyra (-82.54044, 40.5445)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $16.64 | $33.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $19.05 | $38.09 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $21.51 | $43.01 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $19.32 | $38.65 |
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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