How far is Jamestown, OH from Dayton, OH?

Fastest route

The distance between Jamestown, Ohio 45335 and Dayton, Ohio is approximately 29.1 miles (46.8 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via US-35 W.

Directions

  1. Start by heading north on S Limestone St toward Old U.S. 35/E Washington St.
  2. Take a slight left onto OH-72 N/N Limestone St and continue following OH-72 N.
  3. Turn left to merge onto US-35 W toward Dayton.
  4. Follow US-35 W until you reach the S Jefferson St exit.
  5. Use the left lane to take the US-35 W exit toward Dayton.
  6. Merge onto S Jefferson St and continue straight to stay on it.
  7. Your destination will be on the right.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Take US-35 W for a faster and more convenient route.
  • ⚠️ Pay attention to road signs and traffic signals along the way.
  • 🕒 Check for real-time traffic updates to plan your journey accordingly.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device for accurate directions.
  • 🛣️ Stay on S Jefferson St until you reach your destination.
Trip Tools

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This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
29.07 mi
00h 32m
Flight
25.25 mi
40.64 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
25.25 mi
Kilometers
40.64 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
29.07 mi
Kilometers
46.79 km
Drive Time
00h 32m

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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 00h 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dayton
Thu, Apr 23, 2:32 AM EDT
Return by in Jamestown
Thu, Apr 23, 3:04 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Jamestown
2026-04-23T02:00
Arrive Dayton
Thu, Apr 23, 2:32 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:32 AM to 7:32 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:26 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Jamestown
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Xenia
OH

City in Ohio, USA

From Jamestown
14.5 mi
00h 16m
To Dayton
14.5 mi
00h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 10 mph SW
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Limestone Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · South Limestone Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp left

    1611 ft · 39 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    26.7 mi · 33 min

  4. 4

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

    3027 ft · 1 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard

    98 m · 8 sec

  6. 6

    Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street

    1801 ft · 45 sec · South Jefferson Street

  7. 7

    Turn left onto East 4th Street

    157 m · 14 sec · East 4th Street

  8. 8

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    92 m · 8 sec · South Main Street

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
9 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
30.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Limestone Street
28 mi · 96%
SR 48
0.57 mi · 2%
South Jefferson Street
0.34 mi · 1%
East 4th Street
0.1 mi
Jefferson Street
0.06 mi
South Main Street
0.06 mi
Longest Stretch

South Limestone Street

Merge slight left

26.7 mi · 00h 33m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 32m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.9 mi
25.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Xenia
00h 16m from Jamestown
Leave By
7:26 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Jamestown and Sunny near Dayton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Xenia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from Jamestown and 14.5 miles from Dayton.

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

The direct path is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.78 one way or $7.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jamestown and Sunny near Dayton.

Stop Ideas Near Xenia

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Xenia, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Cincinnati, OH

81 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

83 mi away
1301 Western Ave.
BUS

Columbus, OH

85 mi away
111 East Town Street
RAIL

Connersville station

103 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Jamestown and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 25.25 mi (40.64 km).

Jamestown

#1 Jamestown

Town in Ohio, USA

Population2,146
Coordinates39.6581200, -83.7349200
Altitude323
CountryUnited States
Dayton

#2 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

Population139,907
Coordinates39.7589500, -84.1916100
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Start: South Limestone Street (-83.734881, 39.658117)
End: South Main Street (-84.191655, 39.758942)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 47 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.02 gal
3.88 L · about $3.78
Round trip
$7.56
2.04 gal · 7.76 L
Estimated CO2
9.1 kg one way
Round trip: 18.1 kg / 40 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $3.78 $7.56
Mid-grade $4.24 $4.33 $8.65
Premium $4.79 $4.89 $9.77
Diesel $4.30 $4.39 $8.78

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Jamestown and Dayton. The current time is 02:00:25.

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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.