How far is Kettering, OH from Reynoldsburg, OH?

The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Reynoldsburg, OH is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m 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
88.31 mi
01h 46m
Flight
74.29 mi
119.56 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
74.29 mi
Kilometers
119.56 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
88.31 mi
Kilometers
142.12 km
Drive Time
01h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Reynoldsburg
Thu, Apr 23, 2:21 AM EDT
Return by in Kettering
Thu, Apr 23, 4:08 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kettering
2026-04-23T00:34
Arrive Reynoldsburg
Thu, Apr 23, 2:21 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:47 AM to 11:47 AM EDT

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

Leave by
2:56 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
Brighton
OH

Human settlement in United States of America

From Kettering
44.1 mi
00h 53m
To Reynoldsburg
44.2 mi
00h 53m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW
Destination
80°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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 right to continue on West Freeway

    3.2 mi · 4 min · West Freeway

  10. 10

    Continue on South Innerbelt

    1.5 mi · 2 min · South Innerbelt

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt

    2008 ft · 31 sec · South Innerbelt

  12. 12

    Continue on East Freeway

    7.4 mi · 9 min · East Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 270

    1055 ft · 26 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North

    2292 ft · 56 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on US 40 East: Main Street, Reynoldsburg

    1906 ft · 49 sec

  17. 17

    Turn right onto East Main Street

    1.6 mi · 4 min · East Main Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Briarcliff Road

    47 m · 7 sec · Briarcliff Road

  19. 19

    Turn right

    15 m · 6 sec

  20. 20

    Turn right

    14 m · 3 sec

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
21 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 70 East
51.8 mi · 59%
Indian Ripple Road
16.2 mi · 18%
East Freeway
7.36 mi · 8%
West Stroop Road
3.85 mi · 4%
West Freeway
3.23 mi · 4%
South Innerbelt
1.91 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 70 East

Keep slight left

49.2 mi · 00h 53m

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 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14 mi
74.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brighton
00h 53m from Kettering
Leave By
2:56 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Kettering and Sunny near Reynoldsburg.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?

Brighton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.1 miles from Kettering and 44.2 miles from Reynoldsburg.

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

The direct path is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 2:56 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.56 one way or $23.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kettering and Sunny near Reynoldsburg.

Stop Ideas Near Brighton

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 Brighton and the surrounding midpoint area.
London City Hall
Scenic stop 7.9 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 12.2 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 10.4 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 12.3 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 Brighton.

BUS

Columbus, OH

48 mi away
111 East Town Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Reynoldsburg. Straight-line distance: 74.29 mi (119.56 km).

Kettering

#1 Kettering

The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio.

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

#2 Reynoldsburg

City in Ohio

Population38,374
Coordinates39.9547900, -82.8121200
Altitude268
CountryUnited States
Start: Kettering (-84.16883, 39.6895)
End: Reynoldsburg (-82.81212, 39.95479)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 142 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 56m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.12 gal
11.8 L · about $11.56
Round trip
$23.12
6.24 gal · 23.6 L
Estimated CO2
27.7 kg one way
Round trip: 55.5 kg / 122 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $11.56 $23.12
Mid-grade $4.24 $13.24 $26.47
Premium $4.79 $14.94 $29.89
Diesel $4.30 $13.43 $26.86

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Kettering and Reynoldsburg. The current time is 00:34:41.

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.