The 1940 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1940. Incumbent Republican John W. Bricker defeated Democratic nominee Martin L. Davey with 55.55% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on May 14, 1940.

Democratic primary

Candidates Martin L. Davey, former Governor George White, former Governor William J. Kennedy Herbert S. Duffy, former Ohio Attorney General Harold G. Mosier, former U.S. Representative James F. Flynn Frank A. Dye

Results

Republican primary

Candidates John W. Bricker, incumbent Governor

Results

General election

Candidates John W. Bricker, Republican Martin L. Davey, Democratic

Results

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