Spanning 109.4 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this drive connects Beaver to Dayton in approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes. It functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $16 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes US 35, East Emmitt Avenue, and the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. Because the trip is relatively short and efficient, it offers a practical way to navigate between these two regional hubs without excessive travel fatigue.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.7 miles from Beaver, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 35
76.3 mi
1h 26m
East Emmitt Avenue
16.7 mi
22m
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
7.3 mi
8m
Schuster Road
5.4 mi
9m
SR 335
2 mi
3m
South Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
South Market Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 76.3 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaver, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on SR 335
85 ft·3 sec·SR 335
2
Turn right onto SR 335; C-57
0.2 mi·24 sec·Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 335
2.0 mi·3 min·SR 335
4
Turn right onto SR 32; SR 124
7.3 mi·8 min·James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
5
Turn right onto SR 220
5.4 mi·9 min·Schuster Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto SR 220
0.1 mi·20 sec·West 3rd Street
7
Turn left onto SR 220
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Market Street
8
Turn right onto US 23; SR 104; SR 335
17 mi·22 min·East Emmitt Avenue
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35
76 mi·1 hr 26 min·US 35
Toward US 35 West: DaytonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson StreetUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
321 ft·7 sec
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·South Jefferson Street
13
Turn left onto East 4th Street
513 ft·14 sec·East 4th Street
14
Turn right onto South Main Street
303 ft·8 sec·South Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since the 109.4-mile trek is a manageable duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic spikes. You will not need to plan for any mandatory stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $16 estimated cost. Because the route relies heavily on US 35, ensure your vehicle is prepared for a sustained highway drive before you pull out of Beaver. If you are traveling during peak commuting hours, check the flow of traffic on the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway to help refine your arrival time in Dayton. This direct path is all about simplicity, so pack your essentials and enjoy the uninterrupted cruise.
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 54.7 miles from Beaver, OH, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.3 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.7 miles or 1h 11m 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 51m
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 Beaver, 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 Beaver, OH
This is one driving day of about 109.4 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Beaver, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 35 for about 76.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 108.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 335; C-57 / Main Street
Turn right onto SR 335; C-57 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
15 mi into trip|~22m in|SR 220 / South Market Street
Turn left onto SR 220 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
7
31.9 mi into trip|~46m in|US 35
Keep slight left at fork onto US 35 toward US 35 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
7
108.2 mi into trip|~2h 12m 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
108.8 mi into trip|~2h 13m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.98 one way
$33.96 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$18.84
$37.69
premium
$4.91
$21.14
$42.29
diesel
$5.61
$24.15
$48.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.8
0
$11.49
$5.25
Efficient EV
27.4
0
$9.57
$4.38
EV Truck/SUV
43.8
0
$15.32
$7.00
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Beaver, OH
Late night
in Beaver on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dayton, OH
Late night
in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
16 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
2h 14m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
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...
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 105.6
Nearly 2000 years ago, Native Americans built dozens of monumental mounds and earthen enclosures in southern Ohio. These earthwork complexes were ceremonial landscapes used for feasts, funerals, ritua...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 37.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant 76.3-mile stretch on US 35, which serves as the backbone of your travel. The transition from the rural feel of Beaver to the more developed landscape near Dayton happens steadily as you progress along the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. Expect a consistent pace behind the wheel, as the route is designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering. The road remains predictable, making it a reliable choice for drivers looking for a direct connection between these two points.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.3 mi on US 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and East Emmitt Avenue. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 335; C-57 / Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 109.4 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (SR 335; C-57 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (SR 220 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.9 miles (US 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 109.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.3 miles on US 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Dayton, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 335; C-57 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (SR 220 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.9 miles (US 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument, Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Hopewell Culture National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dayton, OH before heading back.
