How far is Tiffin, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Tiffin, OH to Kettering, OH is about 146.3 miles (235.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 54m 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 02h 27m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Auglaize County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tiffin and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tiffin and Kettering.
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Start on East Market Street
118 m · 15 sec · East Market Street
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
139 m · 16 sec · South Washington Street
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Turn left onto East Perry Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Perry Street
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Continue on Wentz Street
819 ft · 16 sec · Wentz Street
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Turn slight right onto West Market Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Market Street
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Continue straight
7 mi · 10 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
46 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
15.4 mi · 24 min
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Turn left onto North Blanchard Street
152 m · 14 sec · North Blanchard Street
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Turn slight right onto Central Parkway
2468 ft · 1 min · Central Parkway
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Turn slight right onto East Main Cross Street
1.4 mi · 4 min · East Main Cross Street
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Take the exit left
1224 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
102.9 mi · 1 hr 52 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 Tiffin and Kettering.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Main Cross Street
Merge slight left
103 mi · 01h 52m
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 then Mostly Sunny leaving Tiffin 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 Tiffin to Kettering?
The road trip is about 146.3 miles (235.5 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Cridersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.2 miles from Tiffin and 78.1 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.9 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 1:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.12 one way or $38.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Tiffin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Cridersville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tiffin and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 111.41 mi (179.29 km).
#1 Tiffin
City in and the county seat of Seneca County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 17,359 |
| Coordinates | 41.1145000, -83.1779700 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| 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: 235 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $21.89 | $43.78 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $24.72 | $49.43 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $22.21 | $44.42 |
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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