Dayton to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

786.3 miles 1265.4 km · straight line
852.2 miles actual route 1371.5 km · driving distance
15h 38min estimated drive time
$82 - $101 estimated fuel cost
~2h 5min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Dayton from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Dayton to Oklahoma City is 786.3 miles (1265.4 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located WSW of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 852.2 miles, taking about 15h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 5min. Both are located in United States — Dayton in Ohio and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dayton and Oklahoma City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Dayton to Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 38min $82 - $101 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 46min $68–$128* Budget
Train ~20h 19min $102–$298* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dayton & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Dayton
39.76°N, 84.19°W
America/New_York
225m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 262 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM