How far is Kettering, OH from Tiffin, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Tiffin, OH is about 135.7 miles (218.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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 46m.
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 Auglaize County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Tiffin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Tiffin.
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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
101.5 mi · 1 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
1346 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn slight right
55 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Lima Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Lima Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1454 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Sandusky Street
947 ft · 26 sec · East Sandusky Street
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Turn left onto East Street
763 ft · 23 sec · East Street
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Turn slight right onto Central Parkway
2468 ft · 1 min · Central Parkway
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Turn left onto North Blanchard Street
152 m · 15 sec · North Blanchard Street
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Turn slight right onto Tiffin Avenue
15.4 mi · 24 min · Tiffin Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
40 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
7 mi · 10 min
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Turn straight onto West Market Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · West Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Tiffin.
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
102 mi · 01h 50m
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 Tiffin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Tiffin?
The road trip is about 135.7 miles (218.4 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Cridersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.9 miles from Kettering and 67.9 miles from Tiffin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 12:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.75 one way or $35.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kettering and Sunny near Tiffin.
Stop Ideas Near Cridersville
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 Cridersville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Tiffin. Straight-line distance: 111.41 mi (179.29 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 Tiffin
City in and the county seat of Seneca County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 17,359 |
| Coordinates | 41.1145000, -83.1779700 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tiffin (-83.17797, 41.1145)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $17.75 | $35.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.32 | $40.64 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $22.94 | $45.89 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $20.62 | $41.23 |
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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