How far is Van Wert, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from Van Wert, OH to Kettering, OH is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.4 miles (135.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m 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 46m.
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 Darke 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 Van Wert and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Wert and Kettering.
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Start on South Jefferson Street
96 m · 16 sec · South Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto West Central Avenue
105 m · 16 sec · West Central Avenue
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
56.2 mi · 1 hr 13 min · South Washington Street
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Take the exit slight right
1236 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left
21.8 mi · 25 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
10 mi · 15 min
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Continue on West 1st Street
116 m · 7 sec · West 1st Street
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Continue on West 1st Street
11 m · 1 sec · West 1st Street
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Continue on West 1st Street
2425 ft · 58 sec · West 1st Street
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Turn right onto North Ludlow Street
1.6 km · 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 Van Wert and Kettering.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Washington Street
Turn right onto South Washington Street
56.2 mi · 01h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Van Wert and Sunny near Kettering.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Wert to Kettering?
The road trip is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Ansonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.2 miles from Van Wert and 56.7 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.4 miles (135.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.56 one way or $27.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Van Wert and Sunny near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near Ansonia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Darke County Visitors Bureau
Advance America
Arcanum Community of Faith Church
Brookdale Greenville
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ansonia.
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Wert and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 84.42 mi (135.86 km).
#1 Van Wert
City in Ohio
| Population | 10,614 |
| Coordinates | 40.8694900, -84.5841200 |
| Altitude | 237 |
| 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: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.56 | $27.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $15.53 | $31.05 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $15.75 | $31.51 |
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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