Drive Time
46m
Distance
36.1 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
The drive from Dayton, OH to Beckett Ridge, OH covers 36.1 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 4th Street, South Ludlow Street, US 35 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.27 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
18 miles from Dayton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Expect a 46m drive with frequent turns across 36.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Ludlow Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 35 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cincinnati–Dayton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cincinnati-Dayton Road South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cincinnati-Dayton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lesourdsville West Chester Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Beckett Ridge, OH.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn left onto South Ludlow Street
Take the ramp slight right toward US 35 West: Eaton
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, I 75 North, SR 4 North: Cincinnati, Toledo
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Cincinnati
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Cincinnati
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Cincinnati–Dayton Road
Keep slight left to continue on Cincinnati-Dayton Road South
Turn left onto Cincinnati-Dayton Road
Turn right onto Lesourdsville West Chester Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Beckett Ridge Boulevard
Exit the roundabout onto Beckett Ridge Boulevard
Turn right onto Saint Andrews Drive
Turn left onto Eagle Nest Court
Arrive at your destination
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 36.1 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beckett Ridge, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Dayton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 36.1 miles and 46m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18 mi from Dayton, OH · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Dayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Beckett Ridge, 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 Beckett Ridge, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
| premium | $4.79 | $6.81 | $13.62 |
| diesel | $4.30 | $6.12 | $12.23 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Dayton on Saturday
Local time
5:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Beckett Ridge on Saturday
Local time
5:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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.
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