Allentown to Dayton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Allentown from Dayton?

The distance from Allentown to Dayton is 462.9 miles (744.9 km) as the crow flies. Dayton is located W of Allentown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 555.4 miles, taking about 11h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Allentown in Pennsylvania and Dayton in Ohio.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Allentown and Dayton. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.