How far is Newark, OH from Dayton, OH?

The driving distance from Newark, OH to Dayton, OH is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 97.1 miles (156.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
109.88 mi
01h 48m
Flight
97.11 mi
156.28 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
97.11 mi
Kilometers
156.28 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
109.88 mi
Kilometers
176.83 km
Drive Time
01h 48m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dayton
Thu, Apr 23, 12:47 AM EDT
Return by in Newark
Thu, Apr 23, 2:36 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Newark
2026-04-22T22:58
Arrive Dayton
Thu, Apr 23, 12:47 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:49 AM to 11:49 AM EDT

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

Leave by
2:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Newark
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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
West Jefferson
OH

City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America

From Newark
53.7 mi
00h 54m
To Dayton
56.2 mi
00h 54m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph W
Destination
58°F
Tonight

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 10:00 PM EDT
Wind
6 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    28 m · 9 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Second Street

    80 m · 5 sec · North Second Street

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Park Place

    2 m · 1 sec · South Park Place

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout onto South Park Place

    139 m · 9 sec · South Park Place

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South 3rd Street

    3 m · 1 sec · South 3rd Street

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto South 3rd Street

    117 m · 8 sec · South 3rd Street

  7. 7

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North 3rd Street

    49 m · 3 sec · North 3rd Street

  8. 8

    Exit the roundabout onto North 3rd Street

    48 m · 4 sec · North 3rd Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto West Main Street

    147 m · 10 sec · West Main Street

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North 4th Street

    2 m · 1 sec · North 4th Street

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto North 4th Street

    142 m · 8 sec · North 4th Street

  12. 12

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Church Street Roundabout

    29 m · 2 sec · North 4th Street

  13. 13

    Exit the rotary onto North 4th Street

    140 m · 10 sec · North 4th Street

  14. 14

    Continue on Mount Vernon Road

    879 ft · 22 sec · Mount Vernon Road

  15. 15

    Take the exit left toward SR 16 West, SR 79 South: Columbus

    1130 ft · 28 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight right

    10.5 mi · 11 min

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    10.5 mi · 12 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward US 62: New Albany, Johnstown

    1439 ft · 42 sec

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Johnstown Road

    2214 ft · 40 sec · Johnstown Road

  20. 20

    Continue on East Main Street

    1.1 km · 51 sec · East Main Street

  21. 21

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnstown Road

    31 m · 1 sec · Johnstown Road

  22. 22

    Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road

    1.2 mi · 1 min · Johnstown Road

  23. 23

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnstown Road

    35 m · 2 sec · Johnstown Road

  24. 24

    Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road

    1.1 mi · 1 min · Johnstown Road

  25. 25

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Johnstown Road

    41 m · 2 sec · East Johnstown Road

  26. 26

    Exit the roundabout onto East Johnstown Road

    2.8 mi · 6 min · East Johnstown Road

  27. 27

    Continue on Mill Street

    2969 ft · 1 min · Mill Street

  28. 28

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

    7.3 mi · 9 min · Granville Street

  29. 29

    Keep slight right

    4.5 mi · 6 min

  30. 30

    Merge slight right onto West Freeway

    54.2 mi · 58 min · West Freeway

  31. 31

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

    1730 ft · 42 sec

  32. 32

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

    11.1 mi · 14 min

  33. 33

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

    1108 ft · 29 sec

  34. 34

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street

  35. 35

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Newark 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
35 steps
21 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
22
2 merges, 20 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Freeway
54.2 mi · 49%
SR 16 West
21.3 mi · 19%
Granville Street
11.8 mi · 11%
SR 4
11.4 mi · 10%
East Johnstown Road
2.82 mi · 3%
Johnstown Road
2.76 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 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.8 mi
97.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Jefferson
00h 54m from Newark
Leave By
2:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Newark and 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 Newark to Dayton?

The road trip is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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 53.7 miles from Newark and 56.2 miles from Dayton.

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

The direct path is about 97.1 miles (156.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 2:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.38 one way or $28.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Newark and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 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 9 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 9.5 mi away

Old Hilliard

Hilliard , OH
Hilliard, OH 43026
Rating 4.8/5 8 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.6 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 Newark and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 97.11 mi (156.28 km).

Newark

#1 Newark

City in Ohio, USA

Population2,152
Coordinates40.0581200, -82.4012600
Altitude254
CountryUnited States
Dayton

#2 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

Population139,907
Coordinates39.7589500, -84.1916100
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Start: (-82.401303, 40.058269)
End: South Main Street (-84.191655, 39.758942)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 177 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 34m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 22m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.88 gal
14.68 L · about $14.38
Round trip
$28.75
7.76 gal · 29.36 L
Estimated CO2
34.5 kg one way
Round trip: 69 kg / 152 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $14.38 $28.75
Mid-grade $4.24 $16.46 $32.92
Premium $4.79 $18.59 $37.17
Diesel $4.30 $16.70 $33.40

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 Newark and Dayton. The current time is 22:58:42.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.