How far is Obetz, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Obetz, OH to Kettering, OH is about 80.3 miles (129.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66 miles (106.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
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 Fayette 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 Obetz and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Obetz and Kettering.
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Start on Groveport Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Groveport Road
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Take the ramp left toward State Route 104, I 71: 104 South, I 71
1035 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Frank-Refugee Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Frank-Refugee Expressway
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Continue on Frank Road
2593 ft · 1 min · Frank Road
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Turn left onto I 71 South: Cincinnati
1535 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
37.7 mi · 41 min · South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 435: Washington Court House, Xenia
1519 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto Old United States Highway 35
1.8 mi · 2 min · Old United States Highway 35
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Merge slight left
24.6 mi · 28 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 Obetz 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.
South Freeway
Merge slight left onto South Freeway
37.7 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Sunny leaving Obetz and Sunny near Kettering.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Obetz to Kettering?
The road trip is about 80.3 miles (129.2 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Jeffersonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.4 miles from Obetz and 40.9 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66 miles (106.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.49 one way or $20.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Obetz and Sunny near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Jeffersonville
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 Jeffersonville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Obetz and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 65.98 mi (106.19 km).
#1 Obetz
City in Franklin County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 5,387 |
| Coordinates | 39.8789500, -82.9507400 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| 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: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $13.56 | $27.11 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
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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