How far is Marion, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Marion, OH to Kettering, OH is about 95.9 miles (154.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83 miles (133.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Champaign 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 Marion and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and Kettering.
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Start on East Center Street
157 m · 18 sec · East Center Street
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Turn left onto South Prospect Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Prospect Street
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Continue on Marion-Marysville Road
24.5 mi · 36 min · Marion-Marysville Road
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Take the ramp right
1463 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 33 West, US 36 West, SR 4 South
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
564 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
28.5 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto State Route 334
3.7 mi · 4 min · State Route 334
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Turn left
2639 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto US Route 68
4.3 mi · 5 min · US Route 68
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Take the exit slight right toward US 40 West, SR 4 West: Dayton
1024 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Upper Valley Pike
154 m · 11 sec · Upper Valley Pike
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Turn right onto West Main Street
810 ft · 11 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on West National Road
928 ft · 12 sec · West National Road
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Keep slight left
7.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
1480 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 675 South: Cincinnati
1948 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 675 South: Cincinnati
1618 ft · 46 sec
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Continue straight
15.5 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple Road
1886 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
2311 ft · 48 sec · Indian Ripple Road
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Turn left onto East Stroop Road
3.8 mi · 8 min · East Stroop Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Stroop Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marion and Kettering.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 36 West
Keep slight left to continue on US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
28.5 mi · 00h 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Marion and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kettering.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to Kettering?
The road trip is about 95.9 miles (154.3 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Mutual is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.2 miles from Marion and 48.7 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83 miles (133.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 2:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.52 one way or $25.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Marion and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Mutual
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
London City Hall
Springfield City Hall
Town Hall Emporium
Historic City Hall Bell
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marion and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 82.94 mi (133.48 km).
#1 Marion
County seat of Marion County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 35,516 |
| Coordinates | 40.5886700, -83.1285200 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kettering
The most populous city in Montgomery County, Ohio.
| Population | 54,313 |
| Coordinates | 39.6895000, -84.1688300 |
| Altitude | 307 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Stroop Road (-84.168827, 39.689586)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.52 | $25.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $14.34 | $28.68 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $16.19 | $32.38 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $14.55 | $29.10 |
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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