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Trip from Lebanon, 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

3h 50m

Distance

192.9 mi

310 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 38m ★
6 AM
3h 51m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
4h 0m
12 PM
3h 57m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and the county seat of Warren County, Ohio, United States

Lebanon, OH

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Downtown Dayton, OH, OH

Dayton, OH

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Lebanon to Dayton, expect a journey covering 192.9 miles that typically takes about 3 hours and 50 minutes. Because this route is a highway-focused drive through the Midwest, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-70, the West Freeway, and I-77, making it a straightforward trek for most drivers. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, the trip remains budget-friendly for solo travelers or small groups. While the drive is efficient, you should plan for at least one stop to break up the time behind the wheel. Ultimately, this route offers a practical connection between these two Ohio locations without requiring an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

96.5 miles from Lebanon, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 79.7 mi 1h 27m
West Freeway 57.6 mi 1h 2m
I 77 18.9 mi 20m
Frostyville Road 13.5 mi 23m
SR 4 11.4 mi 14m
State Route 565 4.2 mi 7m
Harriettsville Road 2.4 mi 4m
Woodsfield Road 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 79.7 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, OH and Dayton, OH.

1

Start on T-340

170 ft · 9 sec · Township Highway 340
2

Turn right onto CR 15

0.7 mi · 1 min · County Road 15
3

Turn left onto SR 565

4.2 mi · 7 min · State Route 565
4

At end of road, turn left onto SR 145

2.4 mi · 4 min · Harriettsville Road
5

Turn right onto SR 564

13 mi · 23 min · Frostyville Road
6

At end of road, turn left onto SR 78

1.4 mi · 2 min · Woodsfield Road
7

Continue on SR 78

0.4 mi · 40 sec · McConnelsville Road
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 77 North
9

Merge onto I 77

19 mi · 20 min · I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 44B Toward I 70 West: Columbus
11

Merge onto I 70

80 mi · 1 hr 27 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Innerbelt
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13

Continue on I 70

58 mi · 1 hr 2 min · West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit onto SR 4

0.3 mi · 42 sec · SR 4
Exit 41 Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4

11 mi · 14 min · SR 4
Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Turn left onto SR 48

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
18

Arrive at destination

South Main Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3 hour and 50 minute drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion on the major interstates. Since you only have one planned stop along the 192.9-mile journey, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs before tackling the long 79.7-mile stretch on I-70. Keep your budget of $29 for fuel in mind, but consider setting aside a small buffer for convenience stops along the way. Because this is a shorter, one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on real-time traffic conditions. A helpful tip is to check the status of I-70 before you leave Lebanon, as this segment represents the most significant portion of your drive.

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 96.5 miles from Lebanon, OH, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.7 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 42 miles or 1h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 96.5 miles or 2h 1m 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 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dayton, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lebanon, 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 Lebanon, OH

This is one driving day of about 192.9 miles and 3h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Lebanon, 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 70 for about 79.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Geneva, OH

96 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

Cambridge, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Reynoldsburg, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 96.5 miles from Lebanon, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Mel-O-Dee Restaurant & Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New Carlisle, Ohio

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.1

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19378491378

Visit website

Darshan | Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Reynoldsburg, Ohio

1.7 mi

El Toro Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Springfield, Ohio

2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 124

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

2.8 mi

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

2.4 mi

Mel-O-Dee Restaurant & Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.1

New Carlisle, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19378491378

Visit website

Darshan | Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.2

Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16147623797

Visit website

El Toro Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 165.4

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19373257898

Visit website

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 124

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16148675008

Visit website

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

Visit website

La Base Mexican Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.1

Fairborn, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19379955050

Visit website

Los Mariachis

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 165.4

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19373242066

Visit website

Bob Evans

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.4

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+19373240041

Visit website

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 124

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 124

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Pettibone Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 192.9

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+19379859623

Visit website

Wright Brothers National Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 192.9

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19372932841

Visit website

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 124

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+16142025197

Visit website

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 192.9

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+19372283221

Visit website

National Museum of Cambridge Glass

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 41.3

Cambridge, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17404324245

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.5 and 191.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
22.5 mi into trip | ~39m in

Take the ramp toward I 77 North

Navigation decision point

Toward I 77 North
6
121.9 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in | I 70 / South Innerbelt

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 / South Innerbelt

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
180.4 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in | SR 4

Take the exit onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle

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. Exit 41 Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
8
180.8 mi into trip | ~3h 34m in | SR 4

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
7
191.9 mi into trip | ~3h 48m in

Take the exit toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue

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 SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.94 one way

$59.87 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 68 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $33.23 $66.45
premium $4.91 $37.28 $74.56
diesel $5.61 $42.59 $85.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 57.9 0 $20.25 $9.26
Efficient EV 48.2 0 $16.88 $7.72
EV Truck/SUV 77.2 0 $27.01 $12.35

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Lebanon, OH

Morning in Lebanon on Sunday

Local time

7:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dayton, OH

Morning in Dayton on Sunday

Local time

7:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Geneva, OH

96 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

10 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

3h 50m 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 high-speed experience, as 89% of this 192.9-mile route consists of highway travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on major interstates, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 79.7 miles on I-70. The road feels like a classic interstate grind, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding, scenic backroads. While the transition between the West Freeway and I-77 keeps the navigation active, the character of the drive remains consistently focused on fast-paced transit. Be prepared for a steady, predictable flow that allows you to cover the total duration of 3 hours and 50 minutes with ease.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.7 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 192.9 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 22.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 121.9 miles (I 70 / South Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 180.4 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.

On the drive from Lebanon, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward New Carlisle along the way.

New Carlisle

180.4 mi in | ~3h 33m | via SR 4

About the Cities

Starting in Lebanon, OH

Full guide →

Lebanon is a city of 21,000 people (2020) in Warren County, Ohio.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 192.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 79.7 miles on I 70. 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 Dayton, 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 22.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 121.9 miles (I 70 / South Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 180.4 miles (SR 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Dayton, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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