How far is Kettering, OH from Canaan, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Canaan, OH is about 174.4 miles (280.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 19m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Canaan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Canaan.
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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 left
49.2 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on North Innerbelt
1003 ft · 16 sec · North Innerbelt
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
2166 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
1560 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
88.1 mi · 1 hr 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 539: West Salem, Congress
1271 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Congress Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Congress Road
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Continue on Congress Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Congress Road
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Continue on West Salem Road
838 ft · 17 sec · West Salem Road
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Turn left onto West Oak Street
2574 ft · 51 sec · West Oak Street
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Continue on West Easton Road
6.3 mi · 9 min · West Easton Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Easton Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Canaan.
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 71 North
Merge slight left
88.1 mi · 01h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kettering and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Canaan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Canaan?
The road trip is about 174.4 miles (280.7 km) and usually takes 03h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Westerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.1 miles from Kettering and 87.3 miles from Canaan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:22 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.82 one way or $45.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kettering and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Canaan.
Stop Ideas Near Westerville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Canaan. Straight-line distance: 146.12 mi (235.15 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 Canaan
Township in Wayne County, Ohio
| Population | 4,989 |
| Coordinates | 40.9447800, -81.9365300 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| Country | United States |
End: Canaan (-81.93653, 40.94478)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 281 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $22.82 | $45.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $26.13 | $52.26 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $29.51 | $59.01 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $26.51 | $53.03 |
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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