Origin
Dayton, OH
Late night in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dayton, OH to Marysville, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
61.4 mi
99 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
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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Marysville, OH
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Dayton to Marysville is 61.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 16 minutes via SR 4, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Midwest and Ohio for its entirety. You'll primarily be on a highway-focused route, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. It's a solid choice if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a lot of fuss. Consider this route for its simplicity and predictable travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 4 | 31.7 mi | 37m |
| State Route 4 | 6.9 mi | 7m |
| West Sandusky Street | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Mechanicsburg Road | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| US 68 | 4.7 mi | 4m |
| State Route 334 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Collins Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 4
— 31.7 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Marysville, 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 right at fork onto SR 4
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 4
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward US 68 North: Urbana
8
Merge onto US 68
4.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 68
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 12
Toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward SR 334 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto SR 334
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 334
12
At end of road, turn left onto SR 4
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Mechanicsburg Road
13
Continue on SR 4
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 4
14
Continue on SR 4
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Sandusky Street
15
Turn slight left onto SR 4
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 4
16
Turn right onto Collins Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Collins Avenue
17
Continue on Milford Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Milford Avenue
18
Continue on South Court Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Court Street
19
Turn right onto West 5th Street
293 ft
·
7 sec
·
West 5th Street
20
Arrive at destination
West 5th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 30.7 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 28.8 — 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
8
28.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
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 12
Toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
8
28.8 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 334 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 334 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.53 one way
$19.06 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.87 | $23.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.56 | $27.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Marysville, OH
Late night in Marysville on Sunday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Springfield, OH
31 mi in
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
5 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 16m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, with 76% of the drive taking place on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.7 miles, primarily on SR 4. This means you'll have a good amount of time on the highway before potentially transitioning to more local roads. The profile suggests a consistent pace, allowing you to maintain momentum for most of the journey. It’s designed for efficient travel, minimizing complex turns or significant slowdowns.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.7 mi on SR 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 4 and State Route 4. 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
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.4 miles you will encounter 13 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: 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.
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 Dayton, OH to Marysville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
28.5 mi in
|
~34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 61.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.7 miles on SR 4. 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 Marysville, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 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 — 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 Marysville, 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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