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Trip from Dayton, OH to Brookville, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 56m

Distance

144.7 mi

233 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 45m ★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Dayton, OH, OH

Dayton, OH

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city in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States of America

Brookville, OH

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Trip Overview

This 144.7-mile journey from Dayton, OH to Brookville, OH is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on I-70, Old Logan Road, and SR 4, with about 56% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is $22, and with only one recommended stop, it offers a straightforward travel experience within the Midwest region. This drive is designed for efficiency, making it a practical choice for a quick excursion.

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

72.4 miles from Dayton, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 49.2 mi 53m
Old Logan Road 26.7 mi 30m
SR 4 16.2 mi 20m
Lancaster Bypass 13.8 mi 14m
Southeast Expressway 8.8 mi 11m
Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest 7.6 mi 9m
East Freeway 3.6 mi 4m
Logan-Lancaster Road 3.5 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 49.2 mi, about 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Brookville, OH.

1

Start on South Main Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
2

Take the ramp

141 ft · 3 sec
Toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
3

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward SR 4 North: Springfield Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4

Merge onto SR 4

10 mi · 13 min · SR 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit onto SR 4

5.8 mi · 7 min · SR 4
Toward US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

49 mi · 53 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

3.2 mi · 4 min · West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 70

1.5 mi · 2 min · South Innerbelt
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

0.4 mi · 31 sec · South Innerbelt
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 70

3.6 mi · 4 min · East Freeway
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 105A Toward US 33 East: Lancaster Use the slight right lane.
12

Continue on US 33

0.3 mi · 29 sec · College Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork onto US 33

8.8 mi · 11 min · Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on US 33

7.6 mi · 9 min · Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on US 33

14 mi · 14 min · Lancaster Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on US 33

3.5 mi · 4 min · Logan-Lancaster Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17

Continue on US 33

2.6 mi · 3 min · Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Continue on US 33

27 mi · 30 min · Old Logan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
20

Enter roundabout onto SR 682

135 ft · 3 sec · North North Plains Road
21

Continue on SR 682

0.4 mi · 55 sec · North North Plains Road
22

Continue on SR 682

0.4 mi · 56 sec · South North Plains Road
23

Continue on SR 682

2.8 mi · 5 min · South Plains Road
24

Turn right onto Luhrig Road

2.0 mi · 7 min · Luhrig Road
25

Arrive at destination

Luhrig Road

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip offers significant flexibility for departure times. You can easily complete it in one day, so consider leaving mid-morning to avoid rush hour and allow for a relaxed pace. The longest stretch without a break is 49.2 miles on I-70, so plan for a comfortable stop shortly after that if needed. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, budget accordingly. A practical tip is to check local traffic conditions around the I-70 corridor, as it can experience congestion during peak commuting hours.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.4 miles from Dayton, OH, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 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 32 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 72.4 miles or 1h 23m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookville, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dayton, 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 Dayton, OH

This is one driving day of about 144.7 miles and 2h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Dayton, 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 49.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Waterloo, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waterloo, OH

72 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

Springfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbus, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.4 miles from Dayton, 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 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 75.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfi...
8
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight right at fork toward SR 4 North: Springfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward SR 4 North: Springfield
7
11.5 mi into trip | ~15m in | SR 4

Take the exit onto SR 4 toward US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

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 US 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
6
17.3 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 70

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
75.2 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Take the exit toward US 33 East: Lancaster

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 105A Toward US 33 East: Lancaster

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.46 one way

$44.91 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $24.92 $49.85
premium $4.91 $27.97 $55.93
diesel $5.61 $31.95 $63.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 50.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.4 0 $15.19 $6.95
Efficient EV 36.2 0 $12.66 $5.79
EV Truck/SUV 57.9 0 $20.26 $9.26

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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 16, 2026

Origin

Dayton, OH

Late night in Dayton on Tuesday

Local time

5:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 15 mph 35% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Destination

Brookville, OH

Late night in Brookville on Tuesday

Local time

5:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

29 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 56m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is mixed, offering a blend of efficient highway travel and more local road experiences. With 56% of the route on highways, you'll encounter stretches designed for speed, including a significant 49.2-mile segment on I-70. As you transition to roads like Old Logan Road and SR 4, expect a change in pace and road type. This varied profile means you'll experience both the ease of interstate cruising and the more intimate feel of navigating through communities.

56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.2 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 144.7 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 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles (SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting 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

Arriving in Brookville, OH

Full guide →

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 2h 56m. Total distance: 144.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 49.2 miles on I 70. 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 Brookville, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles (SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brookville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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