Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dayton, OH
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Lebanon, OH
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If you are looking for a quick excursion in the Midwest, the 27.1-mile journey from Dayton to Lebanon, Ohio, is an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. You can expect to complete the drive in approximately 39 minutes, making it a highly accessible route for a spontaneous outing. With a modest fuel budget of $4, this trip is as economical as it is brief. Since the entire route stays within the state of Ohio, you will not have to worry about changing regions or crossing time zones. It is a straightforward path that works perfectly for a quick getaway without the need for an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 15 mi | 17m |
| SR 123 | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Franklin Lebanon Road | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| West Silver Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Ludlow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| State Route 122 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US 35 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Lebanon, OH.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn left onto SR 48
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 35
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto SR 123
Turn left onto SR 122; SR 123
Turn right onto SR 123
Turn left onto West Silver Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 21.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 75 South, I 75 North, SR 4 North: Cincinnati, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 123: Franklin, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 123: Labanon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto SR 123
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.21 one way
$8.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $4.67 | $9.34 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.24 | $10.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.98 | $11.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a mindless highway cruise, as this route features 0% highway travel. You will navigate through city streets including West 4th Street and South Ludlow Street before transitioning onto US 35 West. Because the path relies entirely on local roads, you should remain focused on frequent turns and changing traffic patterns. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches means you will stay engaged behind the wheel throughout the entire 27.1-mile duration. It is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition from the urban center of Dayton toward Lebanon.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 123. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 27.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
511 ft
Total Descent
482 ft
Highest Point
1,006 ft
~9.7 mi in
Elevation Range
279 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 27.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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