How far is Mingo Junction, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Mingo Junction, OH to Kettering, OH is about 222.3 miles (357.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 193.4 miles (311.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 44m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Jefferson County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mingo Junction and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mingo Junction and Kettering.
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Start on Stanton Avenue
18 m · 3 sec · Stanton Avenue
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Turn straight onto Lincoln Avenue
160 m · 28 sec · Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto Standard Avenue
108 m · 16 sec · Standard Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto McLister Avenue
85 m · 8 sec · McLister Avenue
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Turn left onto Commercial Street
788 ft · 26 sec · Commercial Street
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Turn left onto Logan Avenue
618 ft · 34 sec · Logan Avenue
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Take the ramp left
656 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
19.8 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
982 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on North Lincoln Avenue
151 m · 11 sec · North Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
1381 ft · 30 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Marion Street
79 m · 6 sec · Marion Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 70 West: Columbus
1112 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight right
125.1 mi · 2 hr 17 min
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Keep slight left to continue on South Innerbelt
1.5 km · 1 min · South Innerbelt
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Continue on West Freeway
54.1 mi · 59 min · West Freeway
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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 Mingo Junction 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.
I 70 West
Merge slight right
125 mi · 02h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mingo Junction 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 Mingo Junction to Kettering?
The road trip is about 222.3 miles (357.7 km) and usually takes 03h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Amsterdam is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111 miles from Mingo Junction and 111.2 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 193.4 miles (311.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.05 one way or $58.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mingo Junction and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Amsterdam
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mingo Junction and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 193.35 mi (311.16 km).
#1 Mingo Junction
Town
| Population | 3,185 |
| Coordinates | 40.3217400, -80.6098000 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| 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: 358 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
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 | $29.05 | $58.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $33.26 | $66.51 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $37.55 | $75.11 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $33.74 | $67.49 |
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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