Origin
Goshen, OH
Evening in Goshen on Sunday
Local time
8:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goshen, OH to Kettering, OH
Drive Time
59m
Distance
35.4 mi
57 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goshen, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick jaunt from Goshen to Kettering, expect a straightforward 35.4-mile journey that typically takes about 59 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to handle without any overnight stops. With fuel costs estimated at just $5, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to navigate through the Ohio Midwest. You will primarily rely on State Route 48, North Broadway Street, and Far Hills Avenue to get from point A to point B. Because the route is so compact, you have the flexibility to make this drive on your own schedule without needing to worry about complex logistics or multi-day planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17.7 miles from Goshen, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than a mindless cruise down the interstate. Only 29% of this trip consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local roads and intersections. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 10.3-mile segment on State Route 48, which serves as the primary backbone of the journey. As you transition through the different sections of the route, the character of the road shifts from regional connectors to localized street navigation. It is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention, especially when maneuvering through the various turns required to reach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 48 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Goshen Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Goshen, OH to Kettering, OH is easy. At 59m with 29% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Goshen Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (SR 48 / North Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles (West Stroop Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Goshen Road
Turn right onto Goshen Road
Navigation decision point
6
18.6 mi into trip
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~32m in
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SR 48 / North Broadway Street
Turn right onto SR 48 / North Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
3
35.4 mi into trip
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~59m in
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West Stroop Road
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 48 | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| North Broadway Street | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Goshen Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Dayton Lebanon Pike | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Murdock–Goshen Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Bypass 48 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Miller Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 48
— 10.3 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on Mulberry Street
110 ft
·
6 sec
·
Mulberry Street
2
Turn right onto Goshen Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Goshen Road
3
Continue on Murdock–Goshen Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Murdock–Goshen Road
4
Continue on SR 48
10 mi
·
15 min
·
State Route 48
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on Bypass 48
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bypass 48
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on Miller Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Miller Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 48
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
North Broadway Street
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on SR 48
2.7 mi
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4 min
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Dayton Lebanon Pike
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on SR 48
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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South Main Street
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on SR 48; SR 725
4.3 mi
·
8 min
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Far Hills Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
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West Stroop Road
12
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can make the 59-minute duration feel longer than a standard highway drive. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, so pack your snacks and fuel up before you leave to make the most of the direct route. Because highway travel is limited, stay alert for changing speed limits as you move between residential and local road segments. A smart tip for this specific drive is to keep your GPS active for the duration of the journey, as the reliance on local streets like North Broadway and Far Hills Avenue requires frequent navigation changes.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 17.7 miles from Goshen, OH, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 35.4 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.7 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kettering, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Goshen, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Goshen, OH
This is one driving day of about 35.4 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Goshen, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on State Route 48 for about 10.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.7 mi from Goshen, OH · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 35.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Goshen, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kettering, OH
The final approach into Kettering, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kettering, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.29 one way
$10.59 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| premium | $4.79 | $6.68 | $13.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.86 | $15.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.10 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kettering, OH
Evening in Kettering on Sunday
Local time
8:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Goshen, OH to Kettering, OH covers 35.4 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 48, North Broadway Street, Far Hills Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.7 miles from Goshen, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Goshen, OH to Kettering, OH is easy. At 59m with 29% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Goshen Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (SR 48 / North Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles (West Stroop Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Goshen, OH to Kettering, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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