How far is Spencer, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Spencer, OH to Dayton, OH is about 169.6 miles (272.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.9 miles (230 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 27m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spencer and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spencer and Dayton.
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Start on North Main Street
2741 ft · 60 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Spencer Road
4.5 mi · 6 min · Spencer Road
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Turn left onto Greenwich Road
19 m · 2 sec · Greenwich Road
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Turn right onto Spencer Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Spencer Road
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Continue on North Elyria Road
1.5 km · 1 min · North Elyria Road
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Continue on North Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on North Elyria Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Elyria Road
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Take the ramp right
1623 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Conneaut-Cincinnati Highway
85.9 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Conneaut-Cincinnati Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
1692 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 670 West: Dayton
1491 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northeast Freeway
1248 ft · 19 sec · Northeast Freeway
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Keep slight right
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight right onto West Freeway
54.2 mi · 58 min · West Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
1730 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
11.1 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
1108 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North 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 Spencer and Dayton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Conneaut-Cincinnati Highway
Merge slight left onto Conneaut-Cincinnati Highway
85.9 mi · 01h 33m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Spencer 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 Spencer to Dayton?
The road trip is about 169.6 miles (272.9 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Westerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.8 miles from Spencer and 84.8 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.9 miles (230 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 1:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.16 one way or $44.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Spencer and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Westerville
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 Westerville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spencer and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 142.9 mi (229.98 km).
#1 Spencer
Village in Spencer Township located in Medina County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 2,059 |
| Coordinates | 41.1003300, -82.1232100 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| 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: 273 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
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 | $22.16 | $44.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $25.37 | $50.73 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $28.64 | $57.29 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $25.74 | $51.48 |
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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