How far is Kettering, OH from Rome, OH?

The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Rome, OH is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m 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
69.16 mi
01h 21m
Flight
57.52 mi
92.57 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
57.52 mi
Kilometers
92.57 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
69.16 mi
Kilometers
111.3 km
Drive Time
01h 21m

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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 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Rome
Tue, Apr 14, 8:24 PM EDT
Return by in Kettering
Tue, Apr 14, 9:46 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kettering
2026-04-14T19:02
Arrive Rome
Tue, Apr 14, 8:24 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:22 AM to 11:22 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:46 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
34.5 mi
00h 41m
To Rome
34.6 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Tuesday

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 18 mph SW
Destination
82°F
This Afternoon

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 5:00 PM EDT
Wind
17 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    44.3 mi · 48 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Hilliard-Rome Road

    2232 ft · 59 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Hilliard-Rome Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Hilliard-Rome Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Beacon Hill Road

    961 ft · 38 sec · Beacon Hill Road

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Pasadena Avenue

    625 ft · 21 sec · Pasadena Avenue

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Pasadena Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 70 East
46.9 mi · 68%
Indian Ripple Road
16.2 mi · 23%
West Stroop Road
3.85 mi · 6%
Hilliard-Rome Road
1.87 mi · 3%
Beacon Hill Road
0.18 mi
Pasadena Avenue
0.12 mi
Longest Stretch

I 70 East

Keep slight left

44.3 mi · 00h 48m

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 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.7 mi
57.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harmony
00h 41m from Kettering
Leave By
3:46 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kettering and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rome.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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 34.5 miles from Kettering and 34.6 miles from Rome.

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

The direct path is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 3:46 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.04 one way or $18.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kettering and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rome.

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.
Historic City Hall Bell
Scenic stop 4.5 mi away

Historic City Hall Bell

Springfield , OH
191 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45502
Historical landmark
Springfield City Hall
Meeting point 4.5 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 14 mi away

Town Hall Emporium

Urbana , OH
5854 E State Rte 29, Urbana, OH 43078
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Antique store

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 Rome. Straight-line distance: 57.52 mi (92.57 km).

Kettering

#1 Kettering

The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio.

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

#2 Rome

Village in Ohio, USA

Population95
Coordinates39.9564500, -83.1421300
Altitude281
CountryUnited States
Start: Kettering (-84.16883, 39.6895)
End: Rome (-83.14213, 39.95645)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 111 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.44 gal
9.24 L · about $9.04
Round trip
$18.08
4.88 gal · 18.48 L
Estimated CO2
21.7 kg one way
Round trip: 43.4 kg / 96 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $9.04 $18.08
Mid-grade $4.24 $10.35 $20.70
Premium $4.79 $11.69 $23.38
Diesel $4.30 $10.50 $21.00

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 14, 2026

There is no time difference between Kettering and Rome. The current time is 19:02:52.

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.