What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to Dayton?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Dayton is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus to Dayton?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Dayton is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Columbus to Dayton?

The distance between Columbus and Dayton is 156 miles. The road distance is 129.2 miles.

How do I travel from Columbus to Dayton without a car?

The best way to get from Columbus to Dayton without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $110 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Columbus to Dayton?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Columbus to Dayton, including transfers.

Can I drive from Columbus to Dayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Dayton is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Columbus to Dayton.

Where can I stay near Dayton?

There are 183+ hotels available in Dayton.

Columbus to Dayton - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus to Dayton by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the taxi from Columbus to Indianapolis Union Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
3h 35m
$119–153
Drive 128.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbus to Daytoncar 128.5 mi
2h 20m
$24–34
Taxi, bus via Ludlow @ 2Nd (Greyhound)
1. Take the taxi from Columbus to Indianapolis Union Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
3h 40m
$119–153
Taxi, bus via Greenwood (Greyhound)
1. Take the taxi from Columbus to County Line Rd at Greenwood Park Malltaxi
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
5h 13m
$103–134

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Columbus, IN, USA and Dayton, OH, USA?

There is no direct connection from Columbus to Dayton. However, you can take the taxi to Indianapolis Union Station, take the bus to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, walk to Northwest Hub, then take the line 08 bus to Riverview @ Dayton Art Institute. Alternatively, you can drive from Columbus to Dayton in around 2h 20m.

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