Ann Arbor to Dayton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ann Arbor from Dayton?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Dayton is 175.6 miles (282.6 km) as the crow flies. Dayton is located S of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 219.5 miles, taking about 4h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan and Dayton in Ohio.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor 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.