Origin
Jeffersonville, OH
Morning in Jeffersonville on Sunday
Local time
11:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jeffersonville, OH to Dayton, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jeffersonville, OH
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Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 41.8-mile drive from Jeffersonville, OH to Dayton, OH takes about 51 minutes and is perfect for a single-day trip. With 93% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on US 35 and I-71. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $6, making this a very economical option for a quick hop within the Midwest. This route is ideal for those looking for efficiency, as it's designed as a focused highway experience with minimal detours. You won't need to worry about overnight stays; this is a simple point-to-point journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 33.4 mi | 39m |
| I 71 | 3.6 mi | 3m |
| Old United States Highway 35 | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West High Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 35
— 33.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersonville, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on this road
33 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SR 734
216 ft
·
6 sec
·
West High Street
3
Turn right onto SR 41; SR 729; SR 734
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on SR 41; SR 729; SR 734
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 71
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 71
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House, Xenia
8
Turn right onto SR 435
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old United States Highway 35
9
Merge onto US 35
33 mi
·
39 min
·
US 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
321 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
13
Turn left onto East 4th Street
513 ft
·
14 sec
·
East 4th Street
14
Turn right onto South Main Street
303 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Jeffersonville, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 734 / West High Street
Turn left onto SR 734 / West High Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward SR 435: Washington Court House, Xenia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 65
Toward SR 435: Washington Court House, Xenia
7
40.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
8
41.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patt...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.49 one way
$12.97 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Dayton, OH
Morning in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
11:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
51m 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 41.8-mile route, with 93% of your travel occurring on major roads like US 35 and I-71. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.4 miles on US 35, offering a consistent pace. The drive is characterized by its efficiency rather than winding backroads, meaning you'll likely experience relatively smooth and predictable driving conditions for the majority of the 51-minute duration. This isn't a route for leisurely sightseeing, but rather for getting from point A to point B effectively.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.4 mi on US 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 35 and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 734 / West High Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 41.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 734 / West High Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Jeffersonville, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Xenia along the way.
Xenia
5.1 mi in
|
~6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 41.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.4 miles on US 35. 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 Dayton, 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: near the start (SR 734 / West High Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. 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 Dayton, 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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