Dayton to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dayton from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Dayton to Saint Joseph is 565.6 miles (910.2 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located W of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 678.7 miles, taking about 13h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Dayton in Ohio and Saint Joseph in Missouri.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dayton and Saint Joseph. 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.