How far is Kettering, OH from Ontario, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Ontario, OH is about 141.7 miles (228 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.3 miles (179.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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 02h 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Ontario.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Ontario.
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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
55.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 97: Lexington, Bellville
1945 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto State Route 97
2.2 mi · 3 min · State Route 97
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Turn left onto Castor Road
1 km · 2 min · Castor Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
1012 ft · 29 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Plymouth Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Plymouth Street
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Continue on South Lexington-Springmill Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · South Lexington-Springmill Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Lexington-Springmill Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Ontario.
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
55.3 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Kettering and Chance Rain Showers near Ontario.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Ontario?
The road trip is about 141.7 miles (228 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Valley View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.8 miles from Kettering and 70.9 miles from Ontario.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.3 miles (179.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.4 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 12:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.53 one way or $37.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Kettering and Chance Rain Showers near Ontario.
Stop Ideas Near Valley View
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 Valley View.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Ontario. Straight-line distance: 111.36 mi (179.21 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 Ontario
City in Ohio, USA
| Population | 6,102 |
| Coordinates | 40.7595000, -82.5901700 |
| Altitude | 414 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ontario (-82.59017, 40.7595)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $18.53 | $37.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $21.21 | $42.42 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $23.95 | $47.90 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.52 | $43.04 |
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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