The drive from Harrisville, OH to Dayton, OH covers 198 miles and takes about 3h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, West Freeway, SR 4 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 115 miles on I 70.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.73 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
99 miles from Harrisville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 198 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 51m highway drive covering 198 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and West Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 115 miles on I 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 115 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near C-71 / County Highway 71.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 198 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (C-71 / County Highway 71): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 127 miles (I 70 / South Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.6 miles (SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1.5 mi into trip|~2m in|C-71 / County Highway 71
Turn sharp right onto C-71 / County Highway 71
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
127 mi into trip|~2h 30m in|I 70 / South Innerbelt
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 / South Innerbelt
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
185.6 mi into trip|~3h 34m in|SR 4
Take the exit onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 41
Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
8
185.9 mi into trip|~3h 35m in|SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
7
197 mi into trip|~3h 49m in
Take the exit toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
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 Harrisville, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward New Carlisle along the way.
New Carlisle
185.6 mi in|~3h 34m|via SR 4
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
115 mi
2h 5m
West Freeway
57.6 mi
1h 2m
SR 4
11.4 mi
14m
Maynard Road
3 mi
7m
Morgan Hill Road
2.6 mi
6m
Provident Fairpoint Road
1.6 mi
2m
East Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
South Innerbelt
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 115 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisville, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on Maynard Hollow Rpad
56 ft·4 sec·Maynard Hollow Rpad
2
Turn right onto US 250
1.5 mi·2 min·East Main Street
3
Turn sharp right onto C-71
0.9 mi·2 min·County Highway 71
4
Continue on Morgan Hill Road
2.5 mi·6 min·Morgan Hill Road
5
Continue on Pike Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·Pike Street
6
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Road
0.1 mi·17 sec·Morgan Hill Road
7
Continue on Maynard Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·Maynard Road
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Maynard Road
2.8 mi·6 min·Maynard Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto SR 9
1.6 mi·2 min·Provident Fairpoint Road
10
Continue on SR 9
0.5 mi·42 sec·Maple Avenue
11
Turn right onto North Butler Street
420 ft·20 sec·North Butler Street
12
Turn right onto US 40
0.5 mi·44 sec·West Main Street
13
Continue on US 40
0.7 mi·1 min·National Road West
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
15
Merge onto I 70
115 mi·2 hr 5 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
1.0 mi·1 min·South Innerbelt
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Continue on I 70
58 mi·1 hr 2 min·West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto SR 4
0.3 mi·42 sec·SR 4
Exit 41Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New CarlisleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4
11 mi·14 min·SR 4
Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: DaytonUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn left onto SR 48
0.8 mi·1 min·North Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 99 miles from Harrisville, OH, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115 miles.
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 44 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dayton, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harrisville, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Harrisville, OH
This is one driving day of about 198 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Harrisville, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 115 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99 mi from Harrisville, OH
· 2h into the drive
The midpoint is around 99 miles from Harrisville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dayton, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 191.2
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 191.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.73 one way
$61.46 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$34.10
$68.21
premium
$4.91
$38.27
$76.53
diesel
$5.61
$43.72
$87.43
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.4
0
$20.79
$9.50
Efficient EV
49.5
0
$17.33
$7.92
EV Truck/SUV
79.2
0
$27.72
$12.67
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Harrisville, OH
Late night
in Harrisville on Saturday
Local time
1:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dayton, OH
Late night
in Dayton on Saturday
Local time
1:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 12 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:55PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
49°F
Geneva, OH
99 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 51m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Harrisville, OH to Dayton, OH covers 198 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, West Freeway, SR 4. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99 miles from Harrisville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.73 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 198 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (C-71 / County Highway 71): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 127 miles (I 70 / South Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.6 miles (SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Harrisville, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward New Carlisle along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
How this page is built
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.
