Origin
Jamestown, OH
Afternoon in Jamestown on Thursday
Local time
1:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamestown, OH to Dayton, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
37m
Distance
29.1 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamestown, OH
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Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
This short, 29.1-mile drive from Jamestown to Dayton, Ohio, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 37 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes US 35, making it a highway-focused trip with about 92% of the journey on expressways. With an estimated fuel cost of $5, this is a budget-friendly option for a quick transition between two Midwest locations. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this brief journey, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a straightforward drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 29.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 92% of the drive taking place on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.7 miles along US 35, offering a consistent pace. While the main roads include South Limestone Street and South Jefferson Street, the overall feel is one of smooth, efficient travel. This isn't a winding country road adventure; it's more about covering ground quickly and directly, with minimal distractions from traffic lights or sharp turns for the majority of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and South Limestone Street. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 29.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 35
Merge onto US 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
28 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson 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.
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
8
28.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patt...
4
28.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
East 4th Street
Turn left onto East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 26.7 mi | 32m |
| South Limestone Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 26.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on SR 72
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Limestone Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
3
Merge onto US 35
27 mi
·
32 min
·
US 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
321 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
7
Turn left onto East 4th Street
513 ft
·
14 sec
·
East 4th Street
8
Turn right onto South Main Street
303 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.52 one way
$9.03 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.62 | $11.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.42 | $12.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Afternoon in Dayton on Thursday
Local time
1:33 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
16 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
37m 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 Jamestown, OH to Dayton, OH covers 29.1 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 35, South Limestone Street, South Jefferson Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.5 miles from Jamestown, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.52 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 29.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Jamestown, OH to Dayton, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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