How far is Dayton, OH from Rome, OH?

The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Rome, OH is about 63.8 miles (102.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m 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
63.73 mi
01h 14m
Flight
57.31 mi
92.23 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
57.31 mi
Kilometers
92.23 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
63.73 mi
Kilometers
102.56 km
Drive Time
01h 14m

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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 01h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Rome
Tue, Apr 14, 11:15 PM EDT
Return by in Dayton
Wed, Apr 15, 12:30 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dayton
2026-04-14T22:00
Arrive Rome
Tue, Apr 14, 11:15 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:15 AM to 11:15 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:00 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
Harmony
OH

Human settlement in United States of America

From Dayton
31.8 mi
00h 37m
To Rome
31.9 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
68°F
Tonight

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 7:00 PM EDT
Wind
10 to 14 mph SW
Destination
82°F
This Afternoon

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 5:00 PM EDT
Wind
17 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Main Street

    1.3 km · 2 min · South Main Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp right toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield

    43 m · 3 sec

  3. 3

    Keep slight right to continue on SR 4 North: Springfield

    1102 ft · 23 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    10.4 mi · 13 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

    5.8 mi · 7 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    44.3 mi · 48 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Hilliard-Rome Road

    2232 ft · 59 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Hilliard-Rome Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Hilliard-Rome Road

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Beacon Hill Road

    961 ft · 38 sec · Beacon Hill Road

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Pasadena Avenue

    625 ft · 21 sec · Pasadena Avenue

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Pasadena Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
11 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 70 East
50.1 mi · 79%
SR 4 North
10.7 mi · 17%
Hilliard-Rome Road
1.87 mi · 3%
South Main Street
0.78 mi · 1%
Beacon Hill Road
0.18 mi
Pasadena Avenue
0.12 mi
Longest Stretch

US 70 East

Keep slight left

44.3 mi · 00h 48m

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
01h 14m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.5 mi
57.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harmony
00h 37m from Dayton
Leave By
4:00 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Dayton and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rome.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 63.8 miles (102.6 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?

Harmony is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from Dayton and 31.9 miles from Rome.

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

The direct path is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 4:00 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.34 one way or $16.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Dayton and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rome.

Stop Ideas Near Harmony

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 Harmony and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 13.5 mi away

London City Hall

London , OH
20 S Walnut St, London, OH 43140
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,City Department of Public Safety,City Hall,City park,City tax office
Springfield City Hall
Meeting point 6 mi away

Springfield City Hall

Springfield , OH
76 E High St, Springfield, OH 45502
Rating 4.0/5 10 reviews City Hall,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.7 mi away

Town Hall Emporium

Urbana , OH
5854 E State Rte 29, Urbana, OH 43078
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Antique store
Historic City Hall Bell
Scenic stop 6 mi away

Historic City Hall Bell

Springfield , OH
191 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45502
Historical landmark

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Harmony.

BUS

Columbus, OH

60 mi away
111 East Town Street
BUS

Cincinnati, OH

114 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

116 mi away
1301 Western Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Rome. Straight-line distance: 57.31 mi (92.23 km).

Dayton

#1 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

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

#2 Rome

Village in Ohio, USA

Population95
Coordinates39.9564500, -83.1421300
Altitude281
CountryUnited States
Start: Dayton (-84.19161, 39.75895)
End: Rome (-83.14213, 39.95645)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 103 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.25 gal
8.51 L · about $8.34
Round trip
$16.67
4.5 gal · 17.02 L
Estimated CO2
20 kg one way
Round trip: 40 kg / 88 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $8.34 $16.67
Mid-grade $4.24 $9.54 $19.09
Premium $4.79 $10.78 $21.56
Diesel $4.30 $9.68 $19.37

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 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Dayton and Rome. The current time is 22:00:45.

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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.