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Dayton to Ann Arbor by bus

Ann Arbor lies 283 km (176 mi) north of Dayton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 5 h 19 min including stops, over roughly 345 km (214 mi) of road.

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DaytonAnn Arbor
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population135,512117,070
Elevation237 m (778 ft)271 m (889 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/Detroit)
Postal codes45401–4549048103–48113

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Common questions

How far is Ann Arbor from Dayton?

283 km (176 mi) in a straight line, north of Dayton; by road roughly 345 km (214 mi).

How long does it take to get from Dayton to Ann Arbor by bus?

About 5 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Dayton and Ann Arbor?

No, both are on the same offset at the moment.

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.