How far is Utica, OH from Dayton, OH?

The driving distance from Utica, OH to Dayton, OH is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 97.8 miles (157.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
109.82 mi
01h 55m
Flight
97.79 mi
157.38 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
97.79 mi
Kilometers
157.38 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
109.82 mi
Kilometers
176.74 km
Drive Time
01h 55m

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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 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dayton
Fri, Nov 6, 3:48 PM EST
Return by in Utica
Fri, Nov 6, 5:43 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Utica
2026-11-06T13:52
Arrive Dayton
Fri, Nov 6, 3:48 PM EST
Route Timing
01h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:55 AM to 11:55 AM EST

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

Leave by
2:40 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Utica
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 Utica
53.6 mi
00h 57m
To Dayton
56.3 mi
00h 57m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Friday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 10 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 Utica and Dayton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Central Avenue

    687 ft · 32 sec · South Central Avenue

  2. 2

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

    123 m · 16 sec · Mill Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    978 ft · 30 sec · South Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Johnstown-Utica Road Northeast

    13.6 mi · 15 min · Johnstown-Utica Road Northeast

  5. 5

    Continue on East Coshocton Street

    1.8 mi · 2 min · East Coshocton Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest

    3.2 mi · 4 min · Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest

  7. 7

    Continue on Johnstown Road

    3.5 mi · 5 min · Johnstown Road

  8. 8

    Continue on East Main Street

    1.1 km · 51 sec · East Main Street

  9. 9

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnstown Road

    31 m · 1 sec · Johnstown Road

  10. 10

    Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road

    1.2 mi · 1 min · Johnstown Road

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnstown Road

    35 m · 2 sec · Johnstown Road

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road

    1.1 mi · 1 min · Johnstown Road

  13. 13

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Johnstown Road

    41 m · 2 sec · East Johnstown Road

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout onto East Johnstown Road

    2.8 mi · 6 min · East Johnstown Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Mill Street

    2969 ft · 1 min · Mill Street

  16. 16

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

    7.3 mi · 9 min · Granville Street

  17. 17

    Keep slight right

    4.5 mi · 6 min

  18. 18

    Merge slight right onto West Freeway

    54.2 mi · 58 min · West Freeway

  19. 19

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

    1730 ft · 42 sec

  20. 20

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

    11.1 mi · 14 min

  21. 21

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

    1108 ft · 29 sec

  22. 22

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Utica 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
23 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
1 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Freeway
54.2 mi · 49%
Johnstown-Utica Road Northeast
13.6 mi · 12%
Granville Street
11.8 mi · 11%
SR 4
11.4 mi · 10%
Johnstown Road
5.83 mi · 5%
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
3.16 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 55m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12 mi
97.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Jefferson
00h 57m from Utica
Leave By
2:40 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Utica 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 Utica to Dayton?

The road trip is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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 53.6 miles from Utica and 56.3 miles from Dayton.

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

The direct path is about 97.8 miles (157.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 2:40 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.44 one way or $30.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Utica 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 8.9 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 9.6 mi away

Old Hilliard

Hilliard , OH
Hilliard, OH 43026
Rating 4.8/5 8 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.7 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 Utica and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 97.79 mi (157.38 km).

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#1 Utica

Situated in the central region of Ohio, this village lies primarily within Licking County along the banks of the North Fork of the Licking River.

Population0
Coordinates40.2342300, -82.4512700
Altitude292
CountryUnited States
Dayton

#2 Dayton

The ninth most populous city in Ohio.

Population139,907
Coordinates39.7589500, -84.1916100
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Start: South Central Avenue (-82.45122, 40.234228)
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
14.67 L · about $15.44
Round trip
$30.88
7.76 gal · 29.34 L
Estimated CO2
34.5 kg one way
Round trip: 69 kg / 152 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.98 $15.44 $30.88
Mid-grade $4.56 $17.70 $35.40
Premium $5.10 $19.80 $39.59
Diesel $6.39 $24.80 $49.59

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 Utica and Dayton. The current time is 13:52:42.

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.