Origin
Dayton, OH
Evening in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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2h 16m
Distance
109.5 mi
176 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
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Dayton, OH
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Traveling from Dayton to Beaver covers 109.5 miles of Midwestern landscape, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because of the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for the one-way trek. By utilizing US 35, US 23, and the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway, you stay efficiently connected across the state. This drive provides a straightforward, highway-focused experience that is ideal for travelers looking to get from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
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 Dayton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 87% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US 35, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 78.6 miles. Expect a consistent pace as you transition between these primary roads, moving away from the urban environment of Dayton toward your destination. The route maintains a steady flow, prioritizing efficiency over local, winding alternatives. You will find that the road character remains predictable, allowing you to settle into a comfortable rhythm for the duration of the 109.5-mile trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and US 23. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 4th Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.9 miles (US 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35 toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto SR 220 / West 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 335
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 78.6 mi | 1h 30m |
| US 23 | 14.7 mi | 20m |
| James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Bridge Street | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| SR 335 | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Ludlow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Market Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Beaver, OH.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn left onto SR 48
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 35
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
Turn left onto SR 220
Turn right onto SR 220
Turn left onto SR 220
Turn left onto SR 32; SR 124
Turn left onto SR 335
Continue on SR 335; C-57
Turn left onto SR 335
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 2-hour and 16-minute excursion in one go, as there are no mandatory stops required by the route data. Plan to set aside about $16 for gas, and consider fueling up before you head out to ensure a smooth transition onto the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. Because the longest stretch covers 78.6 miles on US 35, make sure you are comfortable with extended highway speeds before beginning your journey. Taking advantage of the route's direct nature allows you to arrive in Beaver with time to spare for your planned activities.
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.
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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.7 miles or 1h 5m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaver, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Dayton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Dayton, OH
This is one driving day of about 109.5 miles and 2h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.7 mi from Dayton, OH · 1h 5m 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 54.7 miles from Dayton, 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 78.6 miles.
The final approach into Beaver, 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 Beaver, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$16.38 one way
$32.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $18.29 | $36.57 |
| premium | $4.79 | $20.65 | $41.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.33 | $48.65 |
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 $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.50 | $5.26 |
| Efficient EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.58 | $4.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.33 | $7.01 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Beaver on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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