Origin
Dayton, OH
Evening in Dayton on Thursday
Local time
6:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dayton, OH to Lakeview, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
66.7 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dayton, OH
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Lakeview, OH
Stefan Petrov
Trip Overview
The drive from Dayton, OH to Lakeview, OH covers 66.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, SR 274, SR 235 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.8 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 66.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 66.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and SR 274. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.8 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 11 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 47.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 274. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfi...
8
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
48.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward SR 274: New Bremen, Jackson Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 102
Toward SR 274: New Bremen, Jackson Center
5
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
North Oak Street
Turn left onto North Oak 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 Dayton, OH to Lakeview, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Jackson Center along the way.
Jackson Center
48.9 mi in
|
~55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 47.8 mi | 52m |
| SR 274 | 13.8 mi | 20m |
| SR 235 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Route 235 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Lake Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Oak Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 47.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Lakeview, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
2
Take the ramp
141 ft
·
3 sec
Toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
4
Merge onto I 75
48 mi
·
52 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 102
Toward SR 274: New Bremen, Jackson Center
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto SR 274
14 mi
·
20 min
·
SR 274
7
Turn left onto SR 235
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 235
8
Turn left onto SR 235
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 235
9
Turn right onto SR 235
307 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Lake Street
10
Turn left onto North Oak Street
151 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Oak Street
11
Arrive at destination
North Oak Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Dayton, OH · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Dayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lakeview, OH
The final approach into Lakeview, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.35 one way
$20.70 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.73 | $29.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Lakeview, OH
Evening in Lakeview on Thursday
Local time
6:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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 21m 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 Lakeview, OH covers 66.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, SR 274, SR 235. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 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 $10.35 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 66.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Dayton, OH to Lakeview, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Jackson Center along the way.
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