How far is Kettering, OH from Waterville, OH?
The driving distance from Kettering, OH to Waterville, OH is about 146.4 miles (235.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.4 miles (205 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m 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 48m.
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 Allen County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kettering and Waterville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering and Waterville.
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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
132 mi · 2 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 582: Luckey, Haskins
1914 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto Middleton Pike
1.5 km · 2 min · Middleton Pike
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Middleton Pike
46 m · 3 sec · Middleton Pike
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Exit the roundabout onto Middleton Pike
3.4 mi · 6 min · Middleton Pike
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Turn right onto South Findlay Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Findlay Street
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Continue on Findlay Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Findlay Road
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Continue on Toledo Grand Rapids Road
2662 ft · 53 sec · Toledo Grand Rapids Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
62 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2439 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
37 m · 5 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kettering and Waterville.
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
132 mi · 02h 23m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers near Waterville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kettering to Waterville?
The road trip is about 146.4 miles (235.6 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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 73.3 miles from Kettering and 73.1 miles from Waterville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.4 miles (205 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 12:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.15 one way or $38.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Kettering and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Waterville.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Shawnee
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kettering and Waterville. Straight-line distance: 127.37 mi (204.98 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 Waterville
City in Lucas County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 5,596 |
| Coordinates | 41.5008900, -83.7182700 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waterville (-83.71827, 41.50089)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.15 | $38.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $21.93 | $43.86 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $24.76 | $49.53 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $22.25 | $44.50 |
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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