How far is West Union, OH from Kettering, OH?
The driving distance from West Union, OH to Kettering, OH is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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 52m.
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.
City in Clinton County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Union and Kettering.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Union and Kettering.
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Start on the route
46 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto South Pleasant Street
42 m · 12 sec · South Pleasant Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
160 m · 13 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Cross Street
28.6 mi · 43 min · North Cross Street
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Continue on South East Street
1507 ft · 32 sec · South East Street
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Turn left onto Muntz Street
711 ft · 16 sec · Muntz Street
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Turn right onto South High Street
1925 ft · 42 sec · South High Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
710 ft · 16 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North West Street
9.4 mi · 14 min · North West Street
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Continue on South South Street
33.8 mi · 46 min · South South Street
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Turn right onto State Route 48
2.5 mi · 3 min · State Route 48
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Continue on Dayton Lebanon Pike
2.7 mi · 4 min · Dayton Lebanon Pike
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Continue on South Main Street
3211 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Far Hills Avenue
4.3 mi · 8 min · Far Hills Avenue
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Turn left 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 West Union 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 South Street
Continue on South South Street
33.8 mi · 00h 46m
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 West Union and Sunny near Kettering.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Union to Kettering?
The road trip is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
New Vienna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.5 miles from West Union and 42.3 miles from Kettering.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.5 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 2:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.97 one way or $21.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Union and Sunny near Kettering.
Stop Ideas Near New Vienna
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 New Vienna.
Cincinnati, OH
Maysville
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Union and Kettering. Straight-line distance: 70.26 mi (113.08 km).
#1 West Union
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,147 |
| Coordinates | 38.7945200, -83.5451900 |
| 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: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $10.97 | $21.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $12.56 | $25.11 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
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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