Origin
Wilmington, OH
Late night in Wilmington on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilmington, OH to Dayton, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
34.1 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilmington, OH
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Dayton, OH
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Trip Overview
Wilmington, OH to Dayton, OH is 34.1 miles and takes about 49 minutes via Xenia Bypass and Xenia Avenue, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Ohio, making it an easy connection between two familiar areas. Given its brief duration and local road focus, this trip is ideal for a quick hop. It's a straightforward journey that doesn't require extensive planning, perfect for those looking for a simple transition between cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Xenia Bypass | 16.2 mi | 21m |
| Xenia Avenue | 15.9 mi | 24m |
| North South Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Locust Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Xenia Bypass
— 16.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmington, OH and Dayton, OH.
1
Start on US 22; SR 3; SR 134
410 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
433 ft
·
26 sec
·
North Walnut Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 22; SR 3; SR 134
430 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Locust Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto US 68
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
North South Street
5
Turn left onto US 68
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Xenia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto US 35
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Xenia Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
321 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
11
Turn left onto East 4th Street
513 ft
·
14 sec
·
East 4th Street
12
Turn right onto South Main Street
303 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Wilmington, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 33.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Walnut Street
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street
Turn left onto US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
16.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the ramp toward US 35 West: Dayton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
7
33 mi into trip
|
~47m 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
33.6 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
$5.29 one way
$10.58 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.87 | $11.75 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 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 | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Late night in Dayton on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
20 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
49m 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?
This drive is characterized by frequent turns rather than high-speed highway cruising, with zero highway share. You'll navigate local streets like Xenia Bypass, Xenia Avenue, and North South Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.2 miles on the Xenia Bypass. Expect a pace that requires constant attention to navigation and road signs, a true local driving experience from start to finish.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.2 mi on Xenia Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Walnut 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 10 decision points packed into just 34.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Wilmington, OH
Full guide →Wilmington is a city in Southwest Ohio. For those interested in "small town America" Wilmington is an excellent stop with a compact central city center, small college, and ornate buildings.
Arriving in Dayton, OH
Full guide →Founded 1796
Top landmarks
- • National Museum of the United States Air Force — aerospace museum at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, United States
- • Wright Flyer III — third powered aircraft built by the Wright brothers
- • Dayton Art Institute — art museum and school in Dayton, 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 49m. Total distance: 34.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.2 miles on Xenia Bypass. 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: at 0.1 miles (North Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 22; SR 3; SR 134 / East Locust Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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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