The drive from Dayton, OH to Concord, OH covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Circle Freeway, James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.5 miles from Dayton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 74.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 40m highway drive covering 74.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Circle Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 35 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 35 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Circle Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.9 miles you will encounter 19 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: at 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South, I 75 North, SR 4 North: Cincinnati, Toledo
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 I 75 South, I 75 North, SR 4 North: Cinc...
7
1.6 mi into trip|~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
7
36.9 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit toward I 275 East: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 275 East: Columbus
8
57 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward SR 32 West, SR 32 East: Batavia, Newtown, Eastgate Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 63A; 63B
Toward SR 32 West, SR 32 East: Batavia, Newtown...
10
57.2 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 32 West: Newtown, Eastgate Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 63A
Toward SR 32 West: Newtown, Eastgate Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dayton, OH and Concord, OH, road signs point toward Newtown and Union Township.
Newtown
57 mi in|~1h 8m
Union Township
57.4 mi in|~1h 9m|via SR 32
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
35 mi
40m
Circle Freeway
19.4 mi
22m
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
12.3 mi
16m
Twin Bridges Road
2.3 mi
8m
West Main Street
1.3 mi
2m
State Route 133
1.1 mi
1m
South Ludlow Street
0.4 mi
<1m
US 35
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 35 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Concord, 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
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward US 35 West: Eaton
5
Merge onto US 35
0.3 mi·16 sec·US 35
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward I 75 South, I 75 North, SR 4 North: Cincinnati, ToledoUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 75 South: CincinnatiUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
35 mi·40 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 16AToward I 275 East: ColumbusUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·54 sec
Toward I 275 East: ColumbusUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 275
19 mi·22 min·Circle Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 63A; 63BToward SR 32 West, SR 32 East: Batavia, Newtown, Eastgate BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 63AToward SR 32 West: Newtown, Eastgate BoulevardUse the slight left lane.
15
Turn left onto SR 32
12 mi·16 min·James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Toward Union Township, Eastgate BoulevardUse the left lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward SR 133: WilliamsburgUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto SR 133
0.1 mi·14 sec·State Route 133
18
Continue on SR 133
0.2 mi·32 sec·Tall Gate Road
19
Turn left onto SR 133; SR 276
1.3 mi·2 min·West Main Street
20
Turn right onto SR 133
1.0 mi·1 min·State Route 133
21
Turn right onto Twin Bridges Road
2.3 mi·8 min·Twin Bridges Road
22
Arrive at destination
Twin Bridges Road
Trip Plan
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 37.5 miles from Dayton, OH, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 45m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dayton, OH
This is one driving day of about 74.9 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Dayton, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 35 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Dayton, OH
· 45m into the drive
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Dayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Concord, OH
The final approach into Concord, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.62 one way
$23.25 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$12.90
$25.80
premium
$4.91
$14.48
$28.95
diesel
$5.61
$16.54
$33.07
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.5
0
$7.86
$3.60
Efficient EV
18.7
0
$6.55
$3.00
EV Truck/SUV
30
0
$10.49
$4.79
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Dayton, OH
Afternoon
in Dayton on Friday
Local time
12:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph35% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Concord, OH
Afternoon
in Concord on Friday
Local time
12:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Milford, OH
37 mi in
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
26 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
1h 40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Concord, OH covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Circle Freeway, 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 37.5 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 $11.62 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 74.9 miles you will encounter 19 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: at 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Dayton, OH and Concord, OH, road signs point toward Newtown and Union Township.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
