How far is Dayton, OH from Thompson, OH?
The driving distance from Dayton, OH to Thompson, OH is about 251.8 miles (405.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 211.7 miles (340.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dayton and Thompson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton and Thompson.
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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
110.9 mi · 2 hr
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Keep slight right
25.4 mi · 28 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
12.6 mi · 16 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
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Continue on I 90
23.7 mi · 26 min · I 90
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 528: Madison, Thompson
1538 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto River Street
55 m · 4 sec · River Street
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Continue on South Madison Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · South Madison Road
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Turn right onto Thompson Road
29 m · 4 sec · Thompson Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Thompson Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dayton and Thompson.
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 71 North
Merge slight left
111 mi · 02h 00m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Dayton and Areas Of Frost near Thompson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dayton to Thompson?
The road trip is about 251.8 miles (405.2 km) and usually takes 04h 44m 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?
Bellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.8 miles from Dayton and 126 miles from Thompson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 211.7 miles (340.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.90 one way or $65.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Dayton and Areas Of Frost near Thompson.
Stop Ideas Near Bellville
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 Bellville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dayton and Thompson. Straight-line distance: 211.73 mi (340.74 km).
#1 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Thompson
City in Geauga County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 1,371 |
| Coordinates | 41.6900500, -81.0514900 |
| Altitude | 387 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thompson (-81.05149, 41.69005)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 405 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
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 | $32.90 | $65.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $37.67 | $75.34 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $42.54 | $85.07 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $38.22 | $76.44 |
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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