How far is Johnson, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Johnson, OH to Dayton, OH is about 55.5 miles (89.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson and Dayton.
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Start on the route
6.3 mi · 9 min
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Turn straight onto Clinton Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Clinton Avenue
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Turn left
123 m · 15 sec
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Keep slight right
1542 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
45.4 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
3027 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
98 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street
1801 ft · 45 sec · South Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
157 m · 14 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
92 m · 8 sec · South 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 Johnson and Dayton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Clinton Avenue
Merge slight left
45.4 mi · 00h 53m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson to Dayton?
The road trip is about 55.5 miles (89.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Jamestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Johnson and 28.5 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.26 one way or $14.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Johnson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Jamestown
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 Jamestown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 48.09 mi (77.39 km).
#1 Johnson
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 3,436 |
| Coordinates | 39.5472800, -83.3304700 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| 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: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $8.31 | $16.63 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $8.44 | $16.87 |
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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