How far is McLean, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from McLean, OH to Kettering, OH is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m 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 01m.
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.
Town in Ohio, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McLean and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McLean and Kettering.
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Start on Boyd Road Southeast
6 m · 1 sec · Boyd Road Southeast
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Continue on Cisco Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Cisco Road
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Turn right onto Old United States Highway 35 Southeast
3.5 mi · 9 min · Old United States Highway 35 Southeast
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At the end of the road, turn right
1574 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left
1702 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
39.7 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight left
159 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto Factory Road
1314 ft · 40 sec · Factory Road
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Turn right onto Shakertown Road
837 ft · 32 sec · Shakertown Road
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Turn left onto North Alpha Bellbrook Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Alpha Bellbrook Road
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Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · 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 McLean and Kettering.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Old United States Highway 35 Southeast
Merge slight left
39.7 mi · 00h 44m
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 McLean 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 McLean to Kettering?
The road trip is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Jamestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from McLean and 27.4 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.08 one way or $14.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around McLean and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Jamestown
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 Jamestown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McLean and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 46.37 mi (74.62 km).
#1 McLean
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 3,288 |
| Coordinates | 39.4911700, -83.3368600 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| 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: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.08 | $14.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $8.10 | $16.20 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
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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