Origin
Dayton, OH
Afternoon in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dayton, OH to New California, 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 19m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 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 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
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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New California, OH
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
This 66.1-mile drive from Dayton, OH to New California, OH, is a straightforward 1 hour and 19-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. Primarily utilizing I-70 and SR 4, the route is heavily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel within Ohio's Midwest region. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, this trip is budget-friendly. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for most of the way, with no designated stops suggested, allowing for maximum flexibility. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick, no-fuss connection between two points in the heart of Ohio.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 32.2 mi | 34m |
| SR 4 | 16.2 mi | 20m |
| London – Delaware Road | 10.9 mi | 14m |
| Plain City-Delaware Road | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 42 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 32.2 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and New California, 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
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 70
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 79
Toward US 42: Plain City, London
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto US 42
11 mi
·
14 min
·
London – Delaware Road
9
Continue on US 42
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
10
Continue on US 42
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Plain City-Delaware Road
11
Arrive at destination
US 42
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 49.4 — 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
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 4
Merge onto SR 4
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
49.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward US 42: Plain City, London
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 79
Toward US 42: Plain City, London
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.26 one way
$20.52 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.39 | $22.77 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.77 | $25.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.59 | $29.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
New California, OH
Afternoon in New California on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Lisbon, OH
33 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
4 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 19m 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 experience for 73% of this 66.1-mile trip. The drive begins with a significant 32.2-mile stretch on I-70, setting a fast-paced tone. As you transition to SR 4 and the London-Delaware Road, the character might shift slightly, but the overall profile remains geared towards efficient travel. This isn't a route defined by winding country lanes or dramatic scenery changes; rather, it's about covering ground effectively. You'll likely find a consistent speed and straightforward navigation for the majority of the 1 hour and 19-minute journey.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.2 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and SR 4. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
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 19m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow 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 1 miles (SR 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 New California, OH, road signs begin pointing toward London along the way.
London
49.4 mi in
|
~56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.2 miles on I 70. 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 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (SR 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 New California, 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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