Origin
Saint Paris, OH
Afternoon in Saint Paris on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Paris, 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
46m
Distance
32 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Paris, OH
Diego F. Parra
Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
This short 32-mile drive from Saint Paris to Dayton, Ohio, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 46 minutes. You'll primarily navigate along North Dayton-Lakeview Road and SR 4, with a portion on South Dayton Lakeview Road. With about 31% of the journey on highways, it offers a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this Midwest journey is around $5, and with no recommended stops, it's a straightforward connection between two Ohio locations. This route is perfect for a quick transit or a leisurely exploration without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Dayton-Lakeview Road | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| SR 4 | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| South Dayton Lakeview Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Saint Paris-Jackson Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| State Route 235 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Christiansburg Jackson Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Springfield Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Dayton-Lakeview Road
— 10.7 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Paris, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 36
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto South Springfield Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Springfield Street
4
Continue on C-18
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Saint Paris-Jackson Road
5
Continue on C-18
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Christiansburg Jackson Road
6
Turn left onto SR 235
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 235
7
Continue on SR 235
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North Dayton-Lakeview Road
8
Continue on SR 235
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on SR 235
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
North Dayton-Lakeview Road
10
Continue on SR 235
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Dayton Lakeview Road
11
Continue on SR 4
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto SR 48
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Saint Paris, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 36 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 36 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Springfield Street
Turn right onto South Springfield Street
Navigation decision point
3
5.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
SR 235 / State Route 235
Turn left onto SR 235 / State Route 235
Navigation decision point
7
30.9 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
4
31.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
SR 48 / North Main Street
Turn left onto SR 48 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.97 one way
$9.93 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.18 | $12.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph
35% chance
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
27 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
46m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive from Saint Paris to Dayton presents a mixed driving profile, with a significant 31% of the route utilizing highways. Expect to cover a continuous stretch of 10.7 miles on North Dayton-Lakeview Road, offering a consistent pace before transitioning. As you travel, the road character will shift between faster highway sections and more local road segments, indicated by the mix of North Dayton-Lakeview Road, SR 4, and South Dayton Lakeview Road. This variety means you won't encounter a monotonous stretch, but rather a dynamic journey that keeps you engaged behind the wheel.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.7 mi on North Dayton-Lakeview Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 36 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 36 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Springfield Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (SR 235 / State Route 235): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 32 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.7 miles on North Dayton-Lakeview Road. 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: near the start (US 36 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Springfield Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (SR 235 / State Route 235): Navigation decision point.
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 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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