How far is Kettering, OH from Bellefontaine, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Bellefontaine, OH is about 61.6 miles (99.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m 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 23m.
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.
The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Bellefontaine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Bellefontaine.
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Start on West Stroop Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · West Stroop Road
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Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
2562 ft · 43 sec · Indian Ripple Road
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Take the ramp slight right
2064 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
6.4 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
6.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit straight toward US 68 North: Urbana
1320 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
14.4 mi · 18 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Main Street
26 m · 2 sec · North Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Continue on US Route 68
8.1 mi · 11 min · US Route 68
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Continue on South Detroit Street
5.6 mi · 9 min · South Detroit Street
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Continue on South Main Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Columbus Avenue
6 m · 1 sec · East Columbus Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Columbus Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Bellefontaine.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 68 North
Merge slight left
14.4 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Sunny leaving Kettering and Sunny near Bellefontaine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Bellefontaine?
The road trip is about 61.6 miles (99.1 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Springfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.8 miles from Kettering and 30.8 miles from Bellefontaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.04 one way or $16.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kettering and Sunny near Bellefontaine.
Stop Ideas Near Springfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic City Hall Bell
Springfield City Hall
Town Hall Emporium
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Springfield.
Columbus, OH
Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Bellefontaine. Straight-line distance: 51.21 mi (82.41 km).
#1 Kettering
The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio.
| Population | 54,313 |
| Coordinates | 39.6895000, -84.1688300 |
| Altitude | 307 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bellefontaine
City in Logan County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 13,150 |
| Coordinates | 40.3611600, -83.7596600 |
| Altitude | 379 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bellefontaine (-83.75966, 40.36116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.04 | $16.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $9.21 | $18.41 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $10.39 | $20.79 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
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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