Origin
Beaver, OH
Evening in Beaver on Sunday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaver, OH to Dayton, OH
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
109.4 mi
176 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dayton, OH
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
Spanning 109.4 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this drive connects Beaver to Dayton in approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes. It functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $16 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes US 35, East Emmitt Avenue, and the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. Because the trip is relatively short and efficient, it offers a practical way to navigate between these two regional hubs without excessive travel fatigue.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
54.7 miles from Beaver, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant 76.3-mile stretch on US 35, which serves as the backbone of your travel. The transition from the rural feel of Beaver to the more developed landscape near Dayton happens steadily as you progress along the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. Expect a consistent pace behind the wheel, as the route is designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering. The road remains predictable, making it a reliable choice for drivers looking for a direct connection between these two points.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 76.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and East Emmitt Avenue. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 335; C-57 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 109.4 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 335; C-57 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (SR 220 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.9 miles (US 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 335; C-57 / Main Street
Turn right onto SR 335; C-57 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
15 mi into trip
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~22m in
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SR 220 / South Market Street
Turn left onto SR 220 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
7
31.9 mi into trip
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~46m in
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US 35
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35 toward US 35 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
7
108.2 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
8
108.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patt...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 76.3 mi | 1h 26m |
| East Emmitt Avenue | 16.7 mi | 22m |
| James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Schuster Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| SR 335 | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Market Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 76.3 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaver, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on SR 335
85 ft
·
3 sec
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SR 335
2
Turn right onto SR 335; C-57
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 335
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 335
4
Turn right onto SR 32; SR 124
7.3 mi
·
8 min
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James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
5
Turn right onto SR 220
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Schuster Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto SR 220
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West 3rd Street
7
Turn left onto SR 220
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Market Street
8
Turn right onto US 23; SR 104; SR 335
17 mi
·
22 min
·
East Emmitt Avenue
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35
76 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
US 35
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
321 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
Use the none lane.
13
Turn left onto East 4th Street
513 ft
·
14 sec
·
East 4th Street
14
Turn right onto South Main Street
303 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since the 109.4-mile trek is a manageable duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic spikes. You will not need to plan for any mandatory stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $16 estimated cost. Because the route relies heavily on US 35, ensure your vehicle is prepared for a sustained highway drive before you pull out of Beaver. If you are traveling during peak commuting hours, check the flow of traffic on the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway to help refine your arrival time in Dayton. This direct path is all about simplicity, so pack your essentials and enjoy the uninterrupted cruise.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.7 miles from Beaver, OH, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.7 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dayton, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beaver, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beaver, OH
This is one driving day of about 109.4 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beaver, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 35 for about 76.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.7 mi from Beaver, OH · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.7 miles from Beaver, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.3 miles.
Arriving in Dayton, OH
The final approach into Dayton, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dayton, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.36 one way
$32.73 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $18.27 | $36.54 |
| premium | $4.79 | $20.63 | $41.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.30 | $48.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.49 | $5.25 |
| Efficient EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.57 | $4.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.32 | $7.00 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Dayton, OH
Evening in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beaver, OH to Dayton, OH covers 109.4 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 35, East Emmitt Avenue, James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.7 miles from Beaver, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 109.4 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 335; C-57 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (SR 220 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.9 miles (US 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Beaver, OH to Dayton, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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