Dayton, OH to Lyndhurst, OH is 217.4 miles and takes about 4h 5m via I-71 and I-70, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that's ideal for a single-day drive. You'll primarily be on interstates, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this route if you need a no-fuss drive with minimal navigation challenges.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108.7 miles from Dayton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
110.9 mi
2h
I 70
49.2 mi
53m
I 271
25.4 mi
28m
SR 4
16.2 mi
20m
Outerbelt East Freeway
7.4 mi
9m
I 670
4.3 mi
5m
Brainard Road
1.2 mi
2m
South Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 110.9 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Lyndhurst, 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: SpringfieldUse 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: ColumbusUse 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 left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi·5 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 71
111 mi·2 hr·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
25 mi·28 min·I 271
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
2.4 mi·3 min·Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
5.0 mi·6 min·Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All ExitsUse the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the exit
521 ft·12 sec
Exit 32Toward Brainard Road, Cedar RoadUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
475 ft·16 sec
Toward Brainard Road NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto CR 28
1.2 mi·2 min·Brainard Road
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto US 322
0.6 mi·1 min·Mayfield Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right
113 ft·13 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn uturn
131 ft·14 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 5m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop, you can decide based on your personal needs for breaks or fuel. The longest stretch is over 110 miles on I-71, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before hitting that segment. Since it's a relatively short drive, you have flexibility in your departure time and pace.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 108.7 miles from Dayton, OH, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.9 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 48 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.7 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lyndhurst, 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 217.4 miles and 4h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 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 71 for about 110.9 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 215.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
8
70.8 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|North Innerbelt
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
8
210.4 mi into trip|~3h 53m in|I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exit...
8
215.4 mi into trip|~4h in
Take the exit toward Brainard Road, Cedar Road
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 32
Toward Brainard Road, Cedar Road
8
215.5 mi into trip|~4h in
Keep slight left at fork toward Brainard Road North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Brainard Road North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.74 one way
$67.48 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$37.45
$74.89
premium
$4.91
$42.02
$84.03
diesel
$5.61
$48.00
$96.00
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.2
0
$22.83
$10.44
Efficient EV
54.4
0
$19.02
$8.70
EV Truck/SUV
87
1
$30.44
$13.91
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 19, 2026
Origin
Dayton, OH
Late night
in Dayton on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lyndhurst, OH
Late night
in Lyndhurst on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Mansfield, OH
109 mi in
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
3 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
4h 5m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 194.9
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-71 and I-70. Expect a consistent pace for most of your journey, as you'll encounter long stretches of open road. The longest uninterrupted segment covers 110.9 miles on I-71, so be prepared for extended periods of driving without needing to exit. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, offering a predictable and efficient travel experience on well-maintained highways.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.9 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. 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 Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 217.4 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: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.8 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210.4 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): 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.
On the drive from Dayton, OH to Lyndhurst, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Cleveland
70.8 mi in|~1h 20m|via North Innerbelt
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 5m. Total distance: 217.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 110.9 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Lyndhurst, 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: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.8 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210.4 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Lyndhurst, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
