How far is Kettering, OH from Rossford, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Rossford, OH is about 150.8 miles (242.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.4 miles (219.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 44m 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 52m.
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
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City in Allen 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 Rossford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Rossford.
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Start on West Stroop Road
16 m · 7 sec · West Stroop Road
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Turn left onto Far Hills Avenue
3.4 mi · 6 min · Far Hills Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn slight right onto South Patterson Boulevard
1257 ft · 28 sec · South Patterson Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Jefferson Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Jefferson Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Monument Avenue
146 m · 14 sec · East Monument Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2358 ft · 50 sec · North Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
43 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Toledo
1458 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
142 mi · 2 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Buck Road
2188 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Buck Road
1908 ft · 1 min · Buck Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Lime City Road
2 m · 1 sec · Lime City Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Lime City Road
1 mi · 3 min · Lime City Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Colony Road
31 m · 6 sec · Colony Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Colony Road
1809 ft · 57 sec · Colony Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Eagle Point Road
905 ft · 28 sec · Eagle Point Road
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Turn left onto Windsor Drive
829 ft · 36 sec · Windsor Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Windsor Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Rossford.
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 75 North
Merge slight left
142 mi · 02h 34m
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 Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain Showers near Rossford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Rossford?
The road trip is about 150.8 miles (242.7 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Fort Shawnee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.4 miles from Kettering and 75.4 miles from Rossford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.4 miles (219.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 12:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.71 one way or $39.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Kettering and Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain Showers near Rossford.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Shawnee
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 Fort Shawnee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Rossford. Straight-line distance: 136.41 mi (219.53 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 Rossford
City in Wood County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 6,595 |
| Coordinates | 41.6097700, -83.5643800 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rossford (-83.56438, 41.60977)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 243 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $19.71 | $39.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $22.57 | $45.13 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $25.48 | $50.97 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $22.90 | $45.79 |
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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