How far is Shiloh, OH from Dayton, OH?

The driving distance from Shiloh, OH to Dayton, OH is about 4.7 miles (7.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 4.6 miles (7.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
4.69 mi
00h 13m
Flight
4.57 mi
7.35 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
4.57 mi
Kilometers
7.35 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
4.69 mi
Kilometers
7.54 km
Drive Time
00h 13m

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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 13m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dayton
Fri, May 1, 8:29 PM EDT
Return by in Shiloh
Fri, May 1, 8:43 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Shiloh
2026-05-01T20:16
Arrive Dayton
Fri, May 1, 8:29 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 13m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:13 AM to 7:13 PM EDT

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

Leave by
8:04 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Shiloh
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
Northridge
OH

Neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, United States

From Shiloh
2.4 mi
00h 06m
To Dayton
2.4 mi
00h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Friday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 12 mph NW
Destination
58°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Markey Road

    1511 ft · 1 min · Markey Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    4.4 mi · 8 min · North Main Street

  3. 3

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Shiloh 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
3 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
63.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
4.39 mi · 94%
Markey Road
0.29 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

North Main Street

Turn left onto North Main Street

4.39 mi · 00h 08m

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 13m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+0.1 mi
4.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Northridge
00h 06m from Shiloh
Leave By
8:04 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Shiloh and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Dayton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 4.7 miles (7.5 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?

Northridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.4 miles from Shiloh and 2.4 miles from Dayton.

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

The direct path is about 4.6 miles (7.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.1 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 8:04 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.63 one way or $1.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Shiloh and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Dayton.

Stop Ideas Near Northridge

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 Northridge and the surrounding midpoint area.
Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton
Food stop 3.7 mi away

Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton

Dayton , OH
6196 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414, United States
Rating 4.4/5 3,718 reviews Tourist attraction,Bar & grill,Children's party service,Go-kart track,Laser tag center,Miniature golf course,Party planner,Restaurant,Amusement center,Video arcade
City of Riverside Administration Offices
Meeting point 5 mi away

City of Riverside Administration Offices

Riverside , OH
5200 Springfield St #100, Riverside, OH 45431
Rating 3.1/5 8 reviews City government office
Town Hall Theatre
Nearby stop 11.3 mi away

Town Hall Theatre

Centerville , OH
27 N Main St, Centerville, OH 45459
Rating 4.8/5 43 reviews Performing arts theater,Movie theater

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Connersville station

82 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
BUS

Cincinnati, OH

82 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

84 mi away
1301 Western Ave.
BUS

Columbus, OH

104 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Shiloh and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 4.57 mi (7.35 km).

Shiloh

#1 Shiloh

Biblical city

Population11,272
Coordinates39.8186700, -84.2285500
Altitude248
CountryUnited States
Dayton

#2 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

Population139,907
Coordinates39.7589500, -84.1916100
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Start: Markey Road (-84.228633, 39.818672)
End: South Main Street (-84.191655, 39.758942)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 8 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 05m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 04m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 04m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.17 gal
0.63 L · about $0.63
Round trip
$1.26
0.34 gal · 1.26 L
Estimated CO2
1.5 kg one way
Round trip: 3 kg / 7 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $0.63 $1.26
Mid-grade $4.24 $0.72 $1.44
Premium $4.79 $0.81 $1.63
Diesel $4.30 $0.73 $1.46

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 · May 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Shiloh and Dayton. The current time is 20:16:43.

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.