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.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
141.65 mi
02h 47m
Flight
111.36 mi
179.21 km direct

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

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Kettering.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
111.36 mi
Kilometers
179.21 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
141.65 mi
Kilometers
227.96 km
Drive Time
02h 47m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ontario
Sun, Apr 19, 8:23 AM EDT
Return by in Kettering
Sun, Apr 19, 11:11 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kettering
2026-04-19T05:36
Arrive Ontario
Sun, Apr 19, 8:23 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:48 AM to 12:48 PM EDT

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

Leave by
12:54 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
Valley View
OH

City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States of America

From Kettering
70.8 mi
01h 23m
To Ontario
70.9 mi
01h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 18 mph W
Destination
50°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
13 to 18 mph W

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.

  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

    49.2 mi · 53 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport

    4.3 mi · 5 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on North Innerbelt

    1003 ft · 16 sec · North Innerbelt

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland

    2166 ft · 41 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland

    1560 ft · 38 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    55.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 97: Lexington, Bellville

    1945 ft · 53 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto State Route 97

    2.2 mi · 3 min · State Route 97

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Castor Road

    1 km · 2 min · Castor Road

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street

    1012 ft · 29 sec · East Main Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Plymouth Street

    1.1 km · 2 min · Plymouth Street

  19. 19

    Continue on South Lexington-Springmill Road

    5.1 mi · 9 min · South Lexington-Springmill Road

  20. 20

    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.

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
20 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 71 North
56 mi · 40%
I 70 East
51.8 mi · 37%
Indian Ripple Road
16.2 mi · 11%
South Lexington-Springmill Road
5.1 mi · 4%
I 670 East
4.34 mi · 3%
West Stroop Road
3.85 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

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.

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
02h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.4 mi
111.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Valley View
01h 23m from Kettering
Leave By
12:54 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Valley View, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Valley View.

BUS

Columbus, OH

7 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Ontario. Straight-line distance: 111.36 mi (179.21 km).

Kettering

#1 Kettering

The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio.

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

#2 Ontario

City in Ohio, USA

Population6,102
Coordinates40.7595000, -82.5901700
Altitude414
CountryUnited States
Start: Kettering (-84.16883, 39.6895)
End: Ontario (-82.59017, 40.7595)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 228 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
5 gal
18.92 L · about $18.53
Round trip
$37.05
10 gal · 37.84 L
Estimated CO2
44.4 kg one way
Round trip: 88.9 kg / 196 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Kettering and Ontario. The current time is 05:36:07.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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