How far is Chillicothe, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Chillicothe, OH to Kettering, OH is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.9 miles (109.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Fayette County, Ohio, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chillicothe and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chillicothe and Kettering.
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Start on West Main Street
1683 ft · 30 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North High Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · North High Street
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Take the ramp left toward US 35 West: Dayton
1035 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
65.1 mi · 1 hr 11 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 Chillicothe 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
Merge slight left
65.1 mi · 01h 11m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chillicothe to Kettering?
The road trip is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Milledgeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38 miles from Chillicothe and 37.8 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.9 miles (109.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 3:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.89 one way or $19.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chillicothe and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Milledgeville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chillicothe and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 67.87 mi (109.22 km).
#1 Chillicothe
City in and the county seat of Ross County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 21,647 |
| Coordinates | 39.3331200, -82.9824000 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| 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: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $12.79 | $25.58 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
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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