Appleton to Dayton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Appleton from Dayton?

The distance from Appleton to Dayton is 379.1 miles (610.1 km) as the crow flies. Dayton is located SE of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 454.9 miles, taking about 9h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton 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.