How far is Dayton, OH from Plymouth, OH?
The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Plymouth, OH is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.2 miles (188.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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 03h 00m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Human settlement in Union County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Plymouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Plymouth.
-
1
Start on South Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South Main Street
-
2
Take the ramp right toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
43 m · 3 sec
-
3
Keep slight right to continue on SR 4 North: Springfield
1102 ft · 23 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
10.4 mi · 13 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
5.8 mi · 7 min
-
6
Keep slight right
6.3 mi · 7 min
-
7
Take the exit straight toward US 68 North: Urbana
1320 ft · 32 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
4.7 mi · 5 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
1297 ft · 32 sec
-
10
Keep slight right to continue on SR 334 East
610 ft · 15 sec
-
11
Merge slight left onto State Route 334
3.4 mi · 4 min · State Route 334
-
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Mechanicsburg Road
5.2 mi · 6 min · Mechanicsburg Road
-
13
Continue on State Route 4
6.9 mi · 8 min · State Route 4
-
14
Continue on West Sandusky Street
5.9 mi · 8 min · West Sandusky Street
-
15
Turn slight left
9.6 mi · 11 min
-
16
Keep slight right
2.5 mi · 3 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward SR 4 North: Marion
1215 ft · 30 sec
-
18
Keep slight right to continue on SR 4 North: Marion
26 mi · 38 min
-
19
Turn right onto West Walnut Street
1026 ft · 26 sec · West Walnut Street
-
20
Turn left onto Delaware Avenue
94 m · 5 sec · Delaware Avenue
-
21
Turn straight onto South State Street
2687 ft · 1 min · South State Street
-
22
Turn right onto East Church Street
2383 ft · 45 sec · East Church Street
-
23
Turn left onto Sargent Street
145 m · 9 sec · Sargent Street
-
24
Turn slight right onto East Center Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Center Street
-
25
Continue on Harding Highway East
21.5 mi · 34 min · Harding Highway East
-
26
Continue on State Route 598
13.1 mi · 18 min · State Route 598
-
27
Turn right
4.9 mi · 9 min
-
28
Turn straight onto Plymouth Street
2774 ft · 54 sec · Plymouth Street
-
29
Turn left onto West Broadway Street
130 m · 11 sec · West Broadway Street
-
30
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Plymouth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SR 4 North
Keep slight right to continue on SR 4 North: Marion
26 mi · 00h 38m
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 Mostly Clear near Plymouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Plymouth?
The road trip is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Magnetic Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.7 miles from Dayton and 65.8 miles from Plymouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.2 miles (188.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.91 one way or $35.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dayton and Mostly Clear near Plymouth.
Stop Ideas Near Magnetic Springs
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 Magnetic Springs.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 117.21 mi (188.63 km).
#1 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plymouth
Situated in the north-central region of the state, this village sits along the boundary separating Huron and Richland counties.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.9956100, -82.6671200 |
| Altitude | 310 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plymouth (-82.66712, 40.99561)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 212 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.86 | $17.91 | $35.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.45 | $20.63 | $41.26 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $23.17 | $46.34 |
| Diesel | $6.33 | $29.36 | $58.71 |
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 · Nov 08, 2026