Origin
Coldwater, OH
Night in Coldwater on Tuesday
Local time
11:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
64.2 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coldwater, OH
Siarhei Nester
Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 64.2-mile drive from Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 90% of the journey on main roads like SR 49 and US 127. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, it's an economical option for a quick transition between Midwest locations. You won't need to break up this short journey with an overnight stay, making it ideal for a spontaneous excursion or a planned day trip.
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
32.1 miles from Coldwater, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 64.2-mile trip, with 90% of your travel occurring on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.7 miles on SR 49, so you can settle in for a good period of consistent driving. While primarily on highways, the route incorporates SR 49, US 127, and Philothea Road, suggesting a mix of higher-speed travel and potentially some slightly more local road segments as you approach your destination. This profile means you'll likely experience efficient travel for the bulk of the journey.
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.
SR 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 49 and US 127. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near Carthagena Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 22m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (Carthagena Road): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Carthagena Road
At end of road, turn left onto Carthagena Road
Navigation decision point
6
31.5 mi into trip
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~41m in
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SR 49
Turn left onto SR 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
53.3 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
5
64 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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West 3rd Street
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
64.1 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Trotwood along the way.
Trotwood
53.3 mi in
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~1h 5m
|
via SR 49
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 49 | 31.7 mi | 39m |
| US 127 | 26 mi | 32m |
| Philothea Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South 2nd Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| West 1st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Carthagena Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Ludlow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 49
— 31.7 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coldwater, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on SR 219
121 ft
·
7 sec
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East Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 118
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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South 2nd Street
3
Turn left onto CR 70
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Philothea Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Carthagena Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Carthagena Road
5
Turn right onto US 127
26 mi
·
32 min
·
US 127
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
7
Turn left onto SR 49
22 mi
·
24 min
·
SR 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 49
Exit 26
Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on West 1st Street
381 ft
·
6 sec
·
West 1st Street
10
Continue on West 1st Street
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 1st Street
11
Continue on West 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
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West 1st Street
12
Turn right onto SR 48
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Ludlow Street
13
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
514 ft
·
12 sec
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West 3rd Street
14
Turn right onto South Main Street
221 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 22-minute duration for this 64.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility with departure times. You can leave Coldwater whenever is most convenient, as the drive is too short to warrant a mandated overnight stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated $10 cost suggests it won't be a major expense. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 31.7 miles on SR 49, so plan for a mid-drive fuel or rest stop if needed around that point, especially if you're prone to needing breaks on longer highway segments.
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 32.1 miles from Coldwater, OH, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.7 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 64.2 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.1 miles or 41m 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 7m
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 Coldwater, 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 Coldwater, OH
This is one driving day of about 64.2 miles and 1h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Coldwater, 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 SR 49 for about 31.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.1 mi from Coldwater, OH · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Coldwater, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$9.96 one way
$19.93 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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
Night in Dayton on Tuesday
Local time
11:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 22m 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 Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH covers 64.2 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 49, US 127, Philothea Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.1 miles from Coldwater, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.96 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 is a straightforward 1h 22m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (Carthagena Road): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Trotwood along the way.
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