Dayton to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dayton from Rock Island?

The distance from Dayton to Rock Island is 356 miles (572.9 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located WNW of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427.2 miles, taking about 8h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Dayton in Ohio and Rock Island in Illinois.

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 Dayton and Rock Island. 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.