How far is Kettering, OH from Dublin, OH?

The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Dublin, OH is about 79 miles (127.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 62.7 miles (100.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
78.98 mi
01h 20m
Flight
62.67 mi
100.86 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
62.67 mi
Kilometers
100.86 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
78.98 mi
Kilometers
127.11 km
Drive Time
01h 20m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dublin
Wed, Apr 22, 8:40 PM EDT
Return by in Kettering
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kettering
2026-04-22T19:19
Arrive Dublin
Wed, Apr 22, 8:40 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:21 AM to 11:21 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:48 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kettering
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Harmony
OH

Human settlement in United States of America

From Kettering
39.5 mi
00h 40m
To Dublin
39.5 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
9 mph W
Destination
72°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Dublin.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Dublin.

  1. 1

    Start on West Stroop Road

    3.9 mi · 7 min · West Stroop Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road

    2562 ft · 43 sec · Indian Ripple Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right

    2064 ft · 50 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    6.4 mi · 7 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    9 mi · 10 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

    1.2 km · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    1.9 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    45.8 mi · 49 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 270

    967 ft · 24 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North

    1.2 km · 2 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Cleveland

    3151 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway

    7.7 mi · 9 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward US 33 East, SR 161 East: Dublin

    2306 ft · 58 sec

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    1.4 km · 2 min

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Mill Lane

    39 m · 13 sec · Mill Lane

  16. 16

    Turn left

    32 m · 8 sec

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Dublin.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 70 East
48.4 mi · 61%
Indian Ripple Road
16.2 mi · 21%
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
7.65 mi · 10%
West Stroop Road
3.85 mi · 5%
I 270 North
1.35 mi · 2%
US 33 East
1.31 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 70 East

Keep slight left

45.8 mi · 00h 49m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 20m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.3 mi
62.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harmony
00h 40m from Kettering
Leave By
3:48 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kettering and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Dublin.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Dublin?

The road trip is about 79 miles (127.1 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?

Harmony is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.5 miles from Kettering and 39.5 miles from Dublin.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 62.7 miles (100.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:48 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.34 one way or $20.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kettering and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Dublin.

Stop Ideas Near Harmony

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Harmony and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 12.1 mi away

London City Hall

London , OH
20 S Walnut St, London, OH 43140
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,City Department of Public Safety,City Hall,City park,City tax office
Springfield City Hall
Meeting point 7.6 mi away

Springfield City Hall

Springfield , OH
76 E High St, Springfield, OH 45502
Rating 4.0/5 10 reviews City Hall,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 10 mi away

Town Hall Emporium

Urbana , OH
5854 E State Rte 29, Urbana, OH 43078
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Antique store
Historic City Hall Bell
Scenic stop 7.7 mi away

Historic City Hall Bell

Springfield , OH
191 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45502
Historical landmark

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Harmony.

BUS

Columbus, OH

60 mi away
111 East Town Street
BUS

Cincinnati, OH

114 mi away
1005 Gilbert Avenue
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

116 mi away
1301 Western Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Dublin. Straight-line distance: 62.67 mi (100.86 km).

Kettering

#1 Kettering

The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio.

Population54,313
Coordinates39.6895000, -84.1688300
Altitude307
CountryUnited States
Dublin

#2 Dublin

A city in Franklin County, Ohio.

Population49,372
Coordinates40.0992300, -83.1140800
Altitude253
CountryUnited States
Start: West Stroop Road (-84.168827, 39.689586)
End: (-83.114113, 40.099166)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 127 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 58m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 18m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 59m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.79 gal
10.55 L · about $10.34
Round trip
$20.67
5.58 gal · 21.1 L
Estimated CO2
24.8 kg one way
Round trip: 49.6 kg / 109 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $10.34 $20.67
Mid-grade $4.24 $11.84 $23.67
Premium $4.79 $13.36 $26.73
Diesel $4.30 $12.01 $24.02

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Kettering and Dublin. The current time is 19:19:25.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.