Origin
Dayton, OH
Evening in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dayton, OH to Fairfield Beach, OH
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
106.9 mi
172 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
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dayton, OH
Israyosoy S.
Fairfield Beach, OH
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Dayton, OH to Fairfield Beach, OH covers 106.9 miles and takes about 2h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75 North, SR 4 North, US 70 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.99 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
53.4 miles from Dayton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 9m drive with frequent turns across 106.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Dayton, OH to Fairfield Beach, OH is easy. At 2h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dayton, OH to Fairfield Beach, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 4 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Innerbelt | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 37 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lancaster Road Southwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 75 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Fairfield Beach, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
2
Take the ramp right toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
141 ft
·
3 sec
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I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
3
Keep slight right to continue on SR 4 North: Springfield
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
SR 4 North: Springfield
4
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
13 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
6
Keep slight left
49 mi
·
53 min
7
Keep slight right to continue on West Freeway
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Freeway
8
Continue on South Innerbelt
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Innerbelt
9
Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Innerbelt
10
Continue on East Freeway
25 mi
·
28 min
·
East Freeway
11
Take the exit slight right toward SR 37: Granville, Lancaster
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
SR 37: Granville, Lancaster
12
Turn right onto Lancaster Road Southwest
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Road Southwest
13
Continue on Lancaster-Newark Road Northeast
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Lancaster-Newark Road Northeast
14
Turn left onto Blacklick-Eastern Road Northeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Blacklick-Eastern Road Northeast
15
Continue on Refugee Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Refugee Street
16
Turn right onto Lancaster Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Lancaster Street
17
Continue on Blacklick-Eastern Road Northeast
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Blacklick-Eastern Road Northeast
18
Turn left onto Shell Beach Road Northeast
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Shell Beach Road Northeast
19
Turn right onto Fairfield Beach Road Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfield Beach Road Northeast
20
Turn left onto Laurel Road Northeast
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Laurel Road Northeast
21
Continue on Laural Road
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Laural Road
22
Continue on Laurel Road Northeast
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Laurel Road Northeast
23
Arrive at your destination
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 53.4 miles from Dayton, OH, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.4 miles or 1h 4m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairfield Beach, 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 106.9 miles and 2h 9m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.4 mi from Dayton, OH · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 53.4 miles from Dayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairfield Beach, OH
The final approach into Fairfield Beach, 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 Fairfield Beach, 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
$15.99 one way
$31.98 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $17.85 | $35.71 |
| premium | $4.79 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.75 | $47.50 |
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: 37.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.22 | $5.13 |
| Efficient EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.35 | $4.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.8 | 0 | $14.97 | $6.84 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Fairfield Beach, OH
Evening in Fairfield Beach on Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
4 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 9m 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 Fairfield Beach, OH covers 106.9 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75 North, SR 4 North, US 70 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.4 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 $15.99 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.
The drive from Dayton, OH to Fairfield Beach, OH is easy. At 2h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dayton, OH to Fairfield Beach, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dayton, OH to Fairfield Beach, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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