How far is Homer, OH from Dayton, OH?

The driving distance from Homer, OH to Dayton, OH is about 107.6 miles (173.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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
107.6 mi
01h 52m
Flight
94.93 mi
152.78 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
94.93 mi
Kilometers
152.78 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
107.6 mi
Kilometers
173.17 km
Drive Time
01h 52m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dayton
Mon, Apr 20, 10:05 AM EDT
Return by in Homer
Mon, Apr 20, 11:57 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Homer
2026-04-20T08:13
Arrive Dayton
Mon, Apr 20, 10:05 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:52 AM to 11:52 AM EDT

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

Leave by
2:46 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Homer
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
West Jefferson
OH

City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America

From Homer
52.4 mi
00h 56m
To Dayton
55.1 mi
00h 56m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
53°F
Monday

Sunny

Starts
Mon, Apr 20 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 10 mph NW
Destination
55°F
Monday

Areas Of Frost then Sunny

Starts
Mon, Apr 20 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 mph N

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Homer Road Northeast

    88 m · 14 sec · Homer Road Northeast

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Street

    1.8 mi · 3 min · North Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest

    9.9 mi · 11 min · Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest

  4. 4

    Continue on East Coshocton Street

    1.8 mi · 2 min · East Coshocton Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest

    3.2 mi · 4 min · Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest

  6. 6

    Continue on Johnstown Road

    3.5 mi · 5 min · Johnstown Road

  7. 7

    Continue on East Main Street

    1.1 km · 51 sec · East Main Street

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnstown Road

    31 m · 1 sec · Johnstown Road

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road

    1.2 mi · 1 min · Johnstown Road

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnstown Road

    35 m · 2 sec · Johnstown Road

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road

    1.1 mi · 1 min · Johnstown Road

  12. 12

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Johnstown Road

    41 m · 2 sec · East Johnstown Road

  13. 13

    Exit the roundabout onto East Johnstown Road

    2.8 mi · 6 min · East Johnstown Road

  14. 14

    Continue on Mill Street

    2969 ft · 1 min · Mill Street

  15. 15

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Granville Street

    7.3 mi · 9 min · Granville Street

  16. 16

    Keep slight right

    4.5 mi · 6 min

  17. 17

    Merge slight right onto West Freeway

    54.2 mi · 58 min · West Freeway

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle

    1730 ft · 42 sec

  19. 19

    Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton

    11.1 mi · 14 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue

    1108 ft · 29 sec

  21. 21

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
22 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
1 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Freeway
54.2 mi · 50%
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
13.1 mi · 12%
Granville Street
11.8 mi · 11%
SR 4
11.4 mi · 11%
Johnstown Road
5.83 mi · 5%
East Johnstown Road
2.82 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

West Freeway

Merge slight right onto West Freeway

54.2 mi · 00h 58m

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 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.7 mi
94.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Jefferson
00h 56m from Homer
Leave By
2:46 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Homer and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Dayton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 107.6 miles (173.2 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?

West Jefferson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.4 miles from Homer and 55.1 miles from Dayton.

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

The direct path is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 2:46 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.08 one way or $28.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Homer and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Dayton.

Stop Ideas Near West Jefferson

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 West Jefferson and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 8 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
Old Hilliard
Meeting point 10.6 mi away

Old Hilliard

Hilliard , OH
Hilliard, OH 43026
Rating 4.8/5 8 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.5 mi away

City Hall

Dublin , OH
6200 Eiterman Rd, Dublin, OH 43016
Corporate office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Jefferson.

BUS

Columbus, OH

23 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Homer and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 94.93 mi (152.78 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Homer

Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America

Population1,014
Coordinates40.2528400, -82.5176600
Altitude302
CountryUnited States
Dayton

#2 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

Population139,907
Coordinates39.7589500, -84.1916100
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Start: Homer Road Northeast (-82.517672, 40.252669)
End: South Main Street (-84.191655, 39.758942)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 173 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 41m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.8 gal
14.37 L · about $14.08
Round trip
$28.16
7.6 gal · 28.74 L
Estimated CO2
33.8 kg one way
Round trip: 67.5 kg / 149 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $14.08 $28.16
Mid-grade $4.24 $16.12 $32.24
Premium $4.79 $18.20 $36.40
Diesel $4.30 $16.36 $32.71

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 · Apr 20, 2026

There is no time difference between Homer and Dayton. The current time is 08:13:16.

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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.