Trip from Dayton, OH to Beaver, OH

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

109.5 mi

176 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 7m ★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Dayton, OH, OH

Dayton, OH

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Trip Overview

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 .

Drive Character

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.

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 78.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 4/10

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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 4th Street

Turn right onto West 4th Street

Navigation decision point

5
1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 35

Merge onto US 35

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
5
34.9 mi into trip | ~44m in | US 35

Keep slight left at fork onto US 35 toward US 35 East: Washington Court House

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
5
94.4 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | SR 220 / West 3rd Street

Turn right onto SR 220 / West 3rd Street

Navigation decision point

5
109.4 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in | SR 335

Turn left onto SR 335

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: US 35 — 78.6 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Beaver, OH.

1

Start on South Main Street

303 ft · 12 sec · South Main Street
2

Turn right onto West 4th Street

512 ft · 17 sec · West 4th Street
3

Turn left onto SR 48

0.4 mi · 40 sec · South Ludlow Street
4

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Toward US 35 East: Xenia
5

Merge onto US 35

34 mi · 42 min · US 35
Use the none lane.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto US 35

45 mi · 48 min · US 35
Toward US 35 East: Washington Court House
7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23

15 mi · 20 min · US 23
8

Turn left onto SR 220

0.1 mi · 18 sec · North Market Street
9

Turn right onto SR 220

0.1 mi · 17 sec · West 3rd Street
10

Turn left onto SR 220

5.4 mi · 9 min · Bridge Street
11

Turn left onto SR 32; SR 124

7.3 mi · 8 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
12

Turn left onto SR 335

2.0 mi · 3 min · SR 335
13

Continue on SR 335; C-57

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Main Street
14

Turn left onto SR 335

85 ft · 1 sec · SR 335
15

Arrive at destination

SR 335

Trip Plan

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.

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 Dayton, OH, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.6 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 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.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dayton, 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 Dayton, OH

This is one driving day of about 109.5 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dayton, 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 78.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

South Bloomfield, OH

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

South Bloomfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

South Bloomfield, OH

Meal break

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 check

Top up before US 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.6 miles.

Arriving in Beaver, OH

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.38 one way

$32.76 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 6 minutes ago

Origin

Dayton, OH

Evening in Dayton on Sunday

Local time

6:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Beaver, OH

Evening in Beaver on Sunday

Local time

6:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 16m 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 Dayton, OH to Beaver, OH covers 109.5 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 35, US 23, 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 Dayton, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.38 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 2h 16m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
The route from Dayton, OH to Beaver, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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