How far is Kettering, OH from Bluffton, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Bluffton, OH is about 93.2 miles (150 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Bluffton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Bluffton.
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Start on West Stroop Road
16 m · 7 sec · West Stroop Road
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Turn left onto Far Hills Avenue
3.4 mi · 6 min · Far Hills Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn slight right onto South Patterson Boulevard
1257 ft · 28 sec · South Patterson Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Jefferson Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Jefferson Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Monument Avenue
146 m · 14 sec · East Monument Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2358 ft · 50 sec · North Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
43 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Toledo
1458 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 1 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 103: Bluffton
1993 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto South Bentley Road
2263 ft · 50 sec · South Bentley Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
16 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Bluffton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 01h 33m
Route Summary
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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 Bluffton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Bluffton?
The road trip is about 93.2 miles (150 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Sidney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.7 miles from Kettering and 46.5 miles from Bluffton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.19 one way or $24.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kettering and Sunny near Bluffton.
Stop Ideas Near Sidney
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 Sidney.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Bluffton. Straight-line distance: 84.61 mi (136.17 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 Bluffton
Town in northwest Ohio
| Population | 4,030 |
| Coordinates | 40.8953300, -83.8888300 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bluffton (-83.88883, 40.89533)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 150 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.19 | $24.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $13.96 | $27.91 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $14.16 | $28.32 |
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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