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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Elkhart is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Elkhart is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Dayton and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Dayton to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. and arriving at Transfer Center via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, Fort Wayne, IN and Walmart Goshen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Dayton to Elkhart?

The distance between Dayton and Elkhart is 290 miles. The road distance is 182.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dayton to Elkhart without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 24m and costs $45 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Dayton to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dayton to Elkhart bus from?

Dayton to Elkhart bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Dayton to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Dayton to Elkhart is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs $160 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $95 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Dayton to Elkhart bus arrive?

Dayton to Elkhart bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Fort Wayne, IN station.

Can I drive from Dayton to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Elkhart is 183 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Dayton to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 197+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Dayton to Elkhart - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Dayton to Elkhart by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Toledo Bus StopGreyhound US0135 / ...
2. Take the train from Toledo to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
7h 24m
$45–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Fort Wayne, INColumbus-Chicago
2. Take the bus from Fort Wayne, IN to Goshen, INColumbus
7h 50m
$20–93
Drive 181.7 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Elkhart181.7 mi
4h 11m
$34–48
Fly to South Bend
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to South Bend (SBN)DAY - SBN
5h 45m
$167–772
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DAY - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
7h 3m
$85–462

Dayton to Elkhart by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

7h 24mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.9 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Dayton (DAY) to South Bend (SBN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. to Transfer Center via Northwest Hub, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, Fort Wayne, IN, Goshen, IN, and Walmart Goshen in around 7h 50m.

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