How far is Thornport, OH from Dayton, OH?

The driving distance from Thornport, OH to Dayton, OH is about 106.1 miles (170.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 95.1 miles (153 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
106.09 mi
01h 44m
Flight
95.07 mi
153 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
95.07 mi
Kilometers
153 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
106.09 mi
Kilometers
170.73 km
Drive Time
01h 44m

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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 01h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dayton
Fri, Nov 6, 9:53 PM EST
Return by in Thornport
Fri, Nov 6, 11:37 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Thornport
2026-11-06T20:08
Arrive Dayton
Fri, Nov 6, 9:53 PM EST
Route Timing
01h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:44 AM to 11:44 AM EST

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

Leave by
3:02 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Thornport
9:30 PM EST
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 Thornport
52.9 mi
00h 52m
To Dayton
53.1 mi
00h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Friday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
3 to 9 mph W
Destination
55°F
Friday

Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 12 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Town Hwy 1064

    134 m · 20 sec · Town Hwy 1064

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Zion Road

    706 ft · 18 sec · Zion Road

  3. 3

    Turn left

    2.1 mi · 3 min

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left

    1625 ft · 40 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    32.5 mi · 37 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt

    1.5 km · 1 min · South Innerbelt

  7. 7

    Continue on West Freeway

    57.6 mi · 1 hr 3 min · West Freeway

  8. 8

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

    1730 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

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

    11.1 mi · 14 min

  10. 10

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

    1108 ft · 29 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Thornport 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
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Freeway
57.6 mi · 54%
Zion Road
33 mi · 31%
SR 4
11.4 mi · 11%
South Innerbelt
0.95 mi · 1%
North Main Street
0.85 mi · 1%
SR 48
0.21 mi
Longest Stretch

West Freeway

Continue on West Freeway

57.6 mi · 01h 03m

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 44m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11 mi
95.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Jefferson
00h 52m from Thornport
Leave By
3:02 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Thornport and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy near Dayton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 106.1 miles (170.7 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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 52.9 miles from Thornport and 53.1 miles from Dayton.

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

The direct path is about 95.1 miles (153 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.88 one way or $29.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Thornport and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy 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 8.4 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 10.1 mi away

Old Hilliard

Hilliard , OH
Hilliard, OH 43026
Rating 4.8/5 8 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.1 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 Thornport and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 95.07 mi (153 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Thornport

Thornport is a place in Ohio, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.9131200, -82.4109900
Altitude274
CountryUnited States
Dayton

#2 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

Population139,907
Coordinates39.7589500, -84.1916100
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Start: Town Hwy 1064 (-82.410837, 39.913103)
End: South Main Street (-84.191655, 39.758942)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 171 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.74 gal
14.17 L · about $14.88
Round trip
$29.76
7.48 gal · 28.34 L
Estimated CO2
33.2 kg one way
Round trip: 66.5 kg / 147 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.98 $14.88 $29.76
Mid-grade $4.56 $17.06 $34.12
Premium $5.10 $19.08 $38.16
Diesel $6.39 $23.90 $47.80

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 · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Thornport and Dayton. The current time is 20:08:55.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.