Origin
Miami Heights, OH
Night in Miami Heights on Tuesday
Local time
10:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami Heights, OH to Dayton, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami Heights, OH
Tory Brown
Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 60.1-mile drive from Miami Heights to Dayton, Ohio, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 18 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 87% of the journey on major roads, so you’ll spend most of your time on the Mill Creek Expressway, Circle Freeway, and Northwest Expressway. With a projected fuel cost of around $9, it’s an economical option for a quick regional hop within the Midwest. Given its short duration and highway nature, this trip doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility in your schedule.
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
30 miles from Miami Heights, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for this 60.1-mile journey. With 87% of the drive on major expressways, you'll encounter a smooth, high-speed flow for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 36.1 miles on the Mill Creek Expressway, providing a consistent pace. This route is designed for efficient travel, characterized by the interconnectedness of the Mill Creek Expressway, Circle Freeway, and Northwest Expressway, minimizing complexities and maximizing direct travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mill Creek Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 36.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mill Creek Expressway and Circle Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near Harrison Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 60.1 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 5 miles (Harrison Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (I 275 / Circle Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
5 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Harrison Avenue
Turn sharp left onto Harrison Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
6.9 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward I 275 North: Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward I 275 North: Dayton
6
9.6 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 275 / Circle Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 275 / Circle Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
22.2 mi into trip
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~32m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 43B
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
8
59.1 mi into trip
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~1h 16m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Expressway | 36.1 mi | 41m |
| Circle Freeway | 14.8 mi | 17m |
| Northwest Expressway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Bridgetown Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Dog Trot Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Wesselman Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Rybolt Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Taylor Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Creek Expressway
— 36.1 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami Heights, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on SR 264
1.3 mi
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2 min
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Bridgetown Road
2
Turn left onto Dog Trot Road
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Dog Trot Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Taylor Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Taylor Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto Wesselman Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Wesselman Road
5
Turn left onto Rybolt Road
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Rybolt Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Old Rybolt Road
0.3 mi
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46 sec
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Old Rybolt Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn sharp left onto Harrison Avenue
436 ft
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9 sec
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Harrison Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
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46 sec
Toward I 74 West, US 52 West
9
Merge onto I 74; US 52
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Northwest Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 9
Toward I 275 North: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 275
2.2 mi
·
2 min
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Circle Freeway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 275
13 mi
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14 min
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Circle Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43B
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 75
36 mi
·
41 min
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Mill Creek Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 53
Toward Second Street, Salem Avenue, 1st Street
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto West 1st Street
0.3 mi
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42 sec
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West 1st Street
17
Turn right onto SR 48
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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North Ludlow Street
18
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
514 ft
·
12 sec
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West 3rd Street
19
Turn right onto South Main Street
221 ft
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6 sec
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South Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 60.1-mile drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Given the 1 hour and 18-minute estimated duration and the highway-focused profile, you likely won't need to budget for extended stops. The main roads like the Mill Creek Expressway and Circle Freeway are typically well-maintained, but always be aware of traffic conditions, especially during peak hours. With a fuel cost estimate of $9, you can easily cover the distance without significant expense, so ensure your tank is full before you depart to avoid any unnecessary detours.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 30 miles from Miami Heights, OH, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.1 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 60.1 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
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 Miami Heights, 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 Miami Heights, OH
This is one driving day of about 60.1 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Miami Heights, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Mill Creek Expressway for about 36.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Miami Heights, OH · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 60.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Miami Heights, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dayton, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.33 one way
$18.65 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.62 | $23.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Tuesday
Local time
10:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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 18m 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 Miami Heights, OH to Dayton, OH covers 60.1 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mill Creek Expressway, Circle Freeway, Northwest Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30 miles from Miami Heights, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.33 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 is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 60.1 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 5 miles (Harrison Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (I 275 / Circle Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Miami Heights, OH to Dayton, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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