Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
53.2 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Monfort Heights, OH
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The drive from Dayton, OH to Monfort Heights, OH covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 8m 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, Blue Rock Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.8 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 53.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 8m highway drive covering 53.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Circle Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.8 miles on I 75.
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.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 36.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 275: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Blue Rock Road, Ronald Reagan Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Blue Rock Road
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Dayton, OH to Monfort Heights, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Ronald Reagan Highway along the way.
Ronald Reagan Highway
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 34.8 mi | 40m |
| Circle Freeway | 11 mi | 12m |
| Blue Rock Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Cheviot Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| South Ludlow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US 35 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West North Bend Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Philoret Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Monfort Heights, OH.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn left onto SR 48
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 35
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Merge onto I 275
Take the exit
Turn left onto Blue Rock Road
At end of road, turn right onto Blue Rock Road
Continue on Cheviot Road
Turn left onto West North Bend Road
Turn right onto Philoret Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from Dayton, OH · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Dayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Monfort Heights, 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
$8.26 one way
$16.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.28 | $20.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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 Friday
Local time
9:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
Destination
Night in Monfort Heights on Friday
Local time
9:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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.
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