Origin
Goshen, OH
Night in Goshen on Thursday
Local time
11:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goshen, OH to Dayton, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
42.9 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goshen, OH
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Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Goshen to Dayton, Ohio, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 42.9 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You will navigate a mix of roads, primarily utilizing I-75, State Route 48, and North Broadway Street to reach your destination. With fuel costs estimated at just $6, this is a budget-friendly commute within the Midwest. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of pace, the route offers a convenient connection between these two Ohio locations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 42.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with faster highway segments. You will spend roughly 55% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 11.3 miles while traveling on I-75. As you transition from local surface streets like North Broadway to the higher speeds of the interstate, the pace of the drive shifts noticeably. You won't find yourself trapped in a monotonous long-haul slog, as the route requires you to navigate different road types as you progress toward Dayton. Expect a dynamic experience that keeps you attentive behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 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 11.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 24.9 miles in near SR 73.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 42.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 24.9 miles (SR 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 30.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
SR 73
Turn left onto SR 73
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
30.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Dayton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
5
30.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
41.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward Second Street, Salem Avenue, 1st Street
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 53
Toward Second Street, Salem Avenue, 1st Street
5
42.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
West 3rd Street
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| State Route 48 | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| North Broadway Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Bunnell Hill Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Goshen Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Murdock–Goshen Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| SR 73 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 11.3 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on Mulberry Street
110 ft
·
6 sec
·
Mulberry Street
2
Turn right onto Goshen Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Goshen Road
3
Continue on Murdock–Goshen Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Murdock–Goshen Road
4
Continue on SR 48
10 mi
·
15 min
·
State Route 48
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on Bypass 48
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bypass 48
6
Continue on Miller Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Miller Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 48
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Broadway Street
8
Turn left onto T-128
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Bunnell Hill Road
9
Turn left onto SR 73
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 73
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn slight right
198 ft
·
9 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 741
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
12
Continue on SR 741
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Springboro Pike
13
Turn left onto Austin Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Austin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto I 75
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 53
Toward Second Street, Salem Avenue, 1st Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto West 1st Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West 1st Street
18
Turn right onto SR 48
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Ludlow Street
19
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
514 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 3rd Street
20
Turn right onto South Main Street
221 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Goshen, OH · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Goshen, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dayton, OH
The final approach into Dayton, 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
$6.66 one way
$13.32 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.29 | $16.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.47 | $18.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Dayton, OH
Night in Dayton on Thursday
Local time
11:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
5 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 6m 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 Goshen, OH to Dayton, OH covers 42.9 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, State Route 48, North Broadway Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.4 miles from Goshen, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.66 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 42.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 24.9 miles (SR 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 30.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Goshen, OH to Dayton, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
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