Dayton to Petersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dayton from Petersburg?

The distance from Dayton to Petersburg is 406.6 miles (654.3 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located ESE of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 487.9 miles, taking about 9h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Dayton in Ohio and Petersburg in Virginia.

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 Dayton and Petersburg. 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.