How far is Sidney, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Sidney, OH to Kettering, OH is about 47.3 miles (76.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Miami 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 Sidney and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sidney and Kettering.
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Start on the route
21 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto East Court Street
1281 ft · 51 sec · East Court Street
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Turn left onto South Walnut Avenue
876 ft · 19 sec · South Walnut Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Fair Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Fair Road
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Turn left
35.8 mi · 40 min
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Merge slight left
51 m · 2 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue
1108 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
2571 ft · 59 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Monument Avenue
567 ft · 18 sec · West Monument Avenue
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Turn left onto North Ludlow Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Ludlow Street
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Turn left onto Stout Street
149 m · 14 sec · Stout Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Far Hills Avenue
3.4 mi · 6 min · Far Hills Avenue
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Turn right onto West Stroop Road
16 m · 1 sec · West 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 Sidney and Kettering.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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35.8 mi · 00h 40m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sidney 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 Sidney to Kettering?
The road trip is about 47.3 miles (76.1 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Tipp City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.2 miles from Sidney and 25.1 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.19 one way or $12.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sidney and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Tipp City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Huber Heights City Hall
First Baptist Church
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tipp City.
Connersville station
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Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sidney and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 41.1 mi (66.14 km).
#1 Sidney
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 20,301 |
| Coordinates | 40.2842200, -84.1555000 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| 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: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.19 | $12.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $7.08 | $14.17 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
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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