Origin
Coldwater, OH
Morning in Coldwater on Tuesday
Local time
8:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
64.2 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coldwater, OH
Siarhei Nester
Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 64.2-mile drive from Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 90% of the journey on main roads like SR 49 and US 127. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, it's an economical option for a quick transition between Midwest locations. You won't need to break up this short journey with an overnight stay, making it ideal for a spontaneous excursion or a planned day trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 49 | 31.7 mi | 39m |
| US 127 | 26 mi | 32m |
| Philothea Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South 2nd Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| West 1st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Carthagena Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Ludlow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 49
— 31.7 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coldwater, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on SR 219
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 118
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South 2nd Street
3
Turn left onto CR 70
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Philothea Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Carthagena Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Carthagena Road
5
Turn right onto US 127
26 mi
·
32 min
·
US 127
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
7
Turn left onto SR 49
22 mi
·
24 min
·
SR 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 49
Exit 26
Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on West 1st Street
381 ft
·
6 sec
·
West 1st Street
10
Continue on West 1st Street
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 1st Street
11
Continue on West 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
West 1st Street
12
Turn right onto SR 48
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Ludlow Street
13
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
514 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 3rd Street
14
Turn right onto South Main Street
221 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Coldwater, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 64.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Carthagena Road
At end of road, turn left onto Carthagena Road
Navigation decision point
6
31.5 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
SR 49
Turn left onto SR 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
5
64 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
West 3rd Street
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.96 one way
$19.93 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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
Morning in Dayton on Tuesday
Local time
8:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
17 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 22m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 64.2-mile trip, with 90% of your travel occurring on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.7 miles on SR 49, so you can settle in for a good period of consistent driving. While primarily on highways, the route incorporates SR 49, US 127, and Philothea Road, suggesting a mix of higher-speed travel and potentially some slightly more local road segments as you approach your destination. This profile means you'll likely experience efficient travel for the bulk of the journey.
90% 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: 31.7 mi on SR 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 49 and US 127. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near Carthagena Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 22m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (Carthagena Road): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Coldwater, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Trotwood along the way.
Trotwood
53.3 mi in
|
~1h 5m
|
via SR 49
About the Cities
Arriving in Dayton, OH
Full guide →Founded 1796
Top landmarks
- • National Museum of the United States Air Force — aerospace museum at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, United States
- • Wright Flyer III — third powered aircraft built by the Wright brothers
- • Dayton Art Institute — art museum and school in Dayton, Ohio
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 64.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.7 miles on SR 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (Carthagena Road): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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.
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