How far is Fort Shawnee, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Fort Shawnee, OH to Dayton, OH is about 67.7 miles (108.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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 01h 05m.
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.
Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Shawnee and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Shawnee and Dayton.
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Start on West Breese Road
1.1 km · 2 min · West Breese Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 South: Dayton
1279 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
65.5 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Merge slight left
51 m · 2 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
1108 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Shawnee and Dayton.
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
65.5 mi · 01h 12m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Shawnee and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Shawnee to Dayton?
The road trip is about 67.7 miles (108.9 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Kirkwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.8 miles from Fort Shawnee and 33.9 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 4:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.85 one way or $17.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Shawnee and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Kirkwood
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 Kirkwood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Shawnee and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 64.16 mi (103.26 km).
#1 Fort Shawnee
City in Allen County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 3,726 |
| Coordinates | 40.6867200, -84.1377300 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dayton
The ninth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 139,907 |
| Coordinates | 39.7589500, -84.1916100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-84.191655, 39.758942)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $10.14 | $20.28 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $11.45 | $22.90 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
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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