Origin
Dayton, OH
Night in Dayton on Wednesday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
78.9 mi
127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
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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Logan Elm Village, OH
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This 78.9-mile drive from Dayton, OH, to Logan Elm Village, OH, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 44 minutes. With 98% of the journey on highways, it’s a quick way to cover ground within the Midwest region. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, making it an economical choice for a day trip. There are no designated stops suggested, so you can tailor your journey to your needs. This route is ideal for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and the pace of your travel.
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
39.5 miles from Dayton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 98% of the drive utilizing main roads like US 35, US 22, and SR 753. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 48.8 miles on US 35, offering a consistent pace. The profile suggests a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll likely experience efficient travel without many significant slowdowns or changes in road type. This setup is geared towards covering distance effectively, with minimal time spent on less direct or slower-speed roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and US 22. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 4th Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 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
Take the ramp toward US23: Chilicothe
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Chippewa Drive
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 48.8 mi | 58m |
| US 22 | 24.3 mi | 35m |
| SR 753 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| US 23 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Ludlow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Chippewa Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Logan Elm Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Logan Elm Village, 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
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 753
Turn right onto US 22
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 23
Turn left onto Logan Elm Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Chippewa Drive
Turn left onto Wyandot Drive
Arrive at destination
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 44 minutes, this drive from Dayton to Logan Elm Village is perfectly suited for a same-day excursion. You can depart at your leisure, though an early start will give you more daylight and flexibility. With no official stops, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps for a quick stretch or to grab a snack. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a likely exit is 48.8 miles on US 35; it’s wise to fill up before departing Dayton to ensure you have ample fuel for the entire journey. The modest $12 fuel cost means you won't need to budget heavily for gas.
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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 49m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan Elm Village, OH than in the middle of the route.
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 78.9 miles and 1h 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.5 mi from Dayton, OH · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.5 miles from Dayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Logan Elm Village, 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.
Regular Gas
$12.25 one way
$24.49 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.59 | $27.18 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.25 | $30.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.42 | $34.84 |
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: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.28 | $3.79 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.05 | $5.05 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Night in Dayton on Wednesday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Logan Elm Village on Wednesday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
51°F
Jeffersonville, OH
39 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
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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