How far is Chester, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Chester, OH to Kettering, OH is about 162.5 miles (261.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Ross County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chester and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chester and Kettering.
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Start on State Route 248
921 ft · 25 sec · State Route 248
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Turn left
3.7 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit right
9.6 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
1.4 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right
60.3 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 35 West: Dayton
67.5 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight left
159 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto Factory Road
1314 ft · 40 sec · Factory Road
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Turn right onto Shakertown Road
837 ft · 32 sec · Shakertown Road
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Turn left onto North Alpha Bellbrook Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Alpha Bellbrook Road
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Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · Indian Ripple Road
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Turn left onto East Stroop Road
3.8 mi · 8 min · East Stroop Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Stroop Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chester and Kettering.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 35 West
Keep slight left to continue on US 35 West: Dayton
67.5 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Chester and Mostly Sunny near Kettering.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chester to Kettering?
The road trip is about 162.5 miles (261.5 km) and usually takes 02h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chillicothe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.9 miles from Chester and 81.6 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.23 one way or $42.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Chester and Mostly Sunny near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Chillicothe
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chillicothe.
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Columbus, OH
Ashland Transportation Center
Maysville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chester and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 126.95 mi (204.3 km).
#1 Chester
Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 3,107 |
| Coordinates | 39.0875800, -81.9226400 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kettering
The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio.
| Population | 54,313 |
| Coordinates | 39.6895000, -84.1688300 |
| Altitude | 307 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Stroop Road (-84.168827, 39.689586)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $24.31 | $48.61 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $27.45 | $54.89 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $24.66 | $49.32 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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