How far is Kettering, OH from Unity, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Unity, OH is about 77.7 miles (125 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.1 miles (104.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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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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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Clinton County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Unity.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Unity.
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Start on West Stroop Road
16 m · 3 sec · West Stroop Road
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Turn right onto Far Hills Avenue
4.3 mi · 8 min · Far Hills Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
3211 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Dayton Lebanon Pike
2.7 mi · 4 min · Dayton Lebanon Pike
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Continue on State Route 48
2.5 mi · 4 min · State Route 48
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Turn left onto East State Route 73
33.8 mi · 46 min · East State Route 73
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Continue on High Street
9.4 mi · 14 min · High Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
710 ft · 16 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South High Street
1925 ft · 42 sec · South High Street
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Turn left onto Muntz Street
711 ft · 16 sec · Muntz Street
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Turn right onto South East Street
1507 ft · 25 sec · South East Street
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Continue on West Union Pike
20.4 mi · 31 min · West Union Pike
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Turn left onto Graces Run Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Graces Run Road
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Continue on Wheat Ridge Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Wheat Ridge Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wheat Ridge Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Unity.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East State Route 73
Turn left onto East State Route 73
33.8 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Kettering and Widespread Frost near Unity.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Unity?
The road trip is about 77.7 miles (125 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
New Vienna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.8 miles from Kettering and 38.8 miles from Unity.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.1 miles (104.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 2:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.15 one way or $20.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Kettering and Widespread Frost near Unity.
Stop Ideas Near New Vienna
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 New Vienna.
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Maysville
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Unity. Straight-line distance: 65.04 mi (104.67 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 Unity
City in Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 9,309 |
| Coordinates | 38.8917400, -83.5232500 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| Country | United States |
End: Unity (-83.52325, 38.89174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.15 | $20.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $11.62 | $23.25 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $13.12 | $26.25 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $11.79 | $23.59 |
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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