How far is Hicksville, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Hicksville, OH to Kettering, OH is about 138.7 miles (223.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.1 miles (185.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 59m 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 29m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Ohio, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hicksville and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hicksville and Kettering.
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Start on South Main Street
40 m · 9 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West High Street
1630 ft · 30 sec · West High Street
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Turn left onto Antwerp Drive
7.9 mi · 14 min · Antwerp Drive
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Turn left onto Canal Street
116 m · 10 sec · Canal Street
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Turn right onto Erie Street
15.6 mi · 27 min · Erie Street
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Turn left onto Lincoln Highway
6.6 mi · 7 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 224: Van Wort
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Van Wert-Decatur Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Van Wert-Decatur Road
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Continue on West Ervin Road
1.3 km · 1 min · West Ervin Road
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
55.5 mi · 1 hr 12 min · South Washington Street
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Take the exit slight right
1236 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left
21.8 mi · 25 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
10 mi · 15 min
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Continue on West 1st Street
116 m · 7 sec · West 1st Street
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Continue on West 1st Street
11 m · 1 sec · West 1st Street
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Continue on West 1st Street
2425 ft · 58 sec · West 1st Street
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Turn right onto North Ludlow Street
1.6 km · 2 min · North Ludlow Street
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Turn left onto Stout Street
149 m · 14 sec · Stout Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Far Hills Avenue
3.4 mi · 6 min · Far Hills Avenue
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Turn right onto West Stroop Road
16 m · 1 sec · West 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 Hicksville and Kettering.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Washington Street
Turn right onto South Washington Street
55.5 mi · 01h 12m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hicksville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Kettering.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hicksville to Kettering?
The road trip is about 138.7 miles (223.2 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
Montezuma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.5 miles from Hicksville and 74.2 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.1 miles (185.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 1:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.12 one way or $36.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hicksville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Montezuma
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 Hicksville and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 115.1 mi (185.23 km).
#1 Hicksville
Township in Defiance County, Ohio
| Population | 3,405 |
| Coordinates | 41.2931100, -84.7619000 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| 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: 223 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $18.12 | $36.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.74 | $41.49 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $23.42 | $46.85 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.05 | $42.09 |
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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