How far is Kettering, OH from Powell, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Powell, OH is about 84.9 miles (136.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Clark 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 Powell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Powell.
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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
45.8 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270
967 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Cleveland
3151 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway
10.2 mi · 12 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Sawmill Road
1094 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Sawmill Road North, Columbus Zoo, Zoombezi Bay
1060 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto Sawmill Road
2 mi · 4 min · Sawmill Road
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Continue on Sawmill Parkway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Sawmill Parkway
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Turn right onto West Powell Road
543 ft · 13 sec · West Powell Road
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Continue on West Olentangy Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Olentangy Street
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Turn right onto South Liberty Street
20 m · 1 sec · South Liberty Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Liberty Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Powell.
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 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.
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 Powell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Powell?
The road trip is about 84.9 miles (136.6 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
South Vienna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.4 miles from Kettering and 42.5 miles from Powell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 3:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.12 one way or $22.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kettering and Sunny near Powell.
Stop Ideas Near South Vienna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
London City Hall
Springfield City Hall
Town Hall Emporium
Historic City Hall Bell
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Vienna.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Powell. Straight-line distance: 66.37 mi (106.81 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 Powell
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 12,972 |
| Coordinates | 40.1578400, -83.0751900 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: Powell (-83.07519, 40.15784)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.12 | $22.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $12.73 | $25.45 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $14.37 | $28.74 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $12.91 | $25.82 |
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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