How far is Westland, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance from Westland, OH to Dayton, OH is about 156.8 miles (252.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Township in Franklin County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Westland and Dayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westland and Dayton.
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Start on Westland Road
2.7 mi · 7 min · Westland Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Elliott Road
1.1 km · 3 min · South Elliott Road
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Turn right onto Elliott Cross Road
5.6 mi · 10 min · Elliott Cross Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
613 ft · 16 sec
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Turn right
5 mi · 9 min
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Turn left
2.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
6.8 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn slight right onto Monument Street
98 m · 13 sec · Monument Street
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Turn left onto West Broadway Street
2328 ft · 45 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn right
8 mi · 12 min
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Exit the roundabout onto North Columbus Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Columbus Street
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Continue on Ohio State Route 13
11.6 mi · 18 min · Ohio State Route 13
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Take the ramp left
1625 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
32.5 mi · 37 min
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Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt
1.5 km · 1 min · South Innerbelt
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Continue on West Freeway
57.6 mi · 1 hr 3 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 Westland 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.
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.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Westland and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then 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 Westland to Dayton?
The road trip is about 156.8 miles (252.4 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Truro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from Westland and 79.5 miles from Dayton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 34 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 12:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.49 one way or $40.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Westland and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Dayton.
Stop Ideas Near Truro
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 Truro.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Westland and Dayton. Straight-line distance: 122.78 mi (197.6 km).
#1 Westland
Township in Guernsey County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 2,018 |
| Coordinates | 39.5503500, -81.8993000 |
| Altitude | 310 |
| 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: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.49 | $40.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $23.46 | $46.92 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $26.49 | $52.98 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $23.80 | $47.60 |
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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