Hicksville to Kettering is 128.9 miles and takes about 2 hours 59 minutes via South Washington Street and SR 49, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving you from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Expect a route with frequent turns, characteristic of local drives rather than a straight shot on major highways. With a recommended one-day trip, this route is ideal for a straightforward journey where you can anticipate a modest fuel cost and a manageable travel time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.4 miles from Hicksville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 34m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 59m. Total distance: 128.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route offers a 'turn-heavy local drive' experience, with only 27% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate through various local roads, including South Washington Street, Erie Street, and SR 49. The longest continuous stretch without a turn is 55.5 miles on South Washington Street, offering a brief period of steady driving before you re-engage with more local roads. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires attention to navigation due to the numerous turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Washington Street is the longest continuous segment at about 55.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 2; SR 49 / West High Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 128.9 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 2; SR 49 / West High Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.5 miles (US 30 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.1 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 2; SR 49 / West High Street
Turn left onto SR 2; SR 49 / West High Street
Navigation decision point
6
30.5 mi into trip|~49m in|US 30 Business
Take the exit onto US 30 Business toward US 224: Van Wort
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 224: Van Wort
6
91.1 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|SR 49
Turn left onto SR 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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112.9 mi into trip|~2h 33m in|SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, Trotwood
5
124.5 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|SR 48 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto SR 48 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hicksville, OH to Kettering, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Trotwood along the way.
Trotwood
112.9 mi in|~2h 33m|via SR 49
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Washington Street
55.5 mi
1h 11m
SR 49
31.7 mi
39m
Erie Street
15.6 mi
27m
Antwerp Drive
7.9 mi
13m
Lincoln Highway
6.6 mi
7m
Far Hills Avenue
3.4 mi
6m
US 30 Business
2.7 mi
4m
Van Wert-Decatur Road
1.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
South Washington Street
— 55.5 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hicksville, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
130 ft·8 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 2; SR 49
0.3 mi·30 sec·West High Street
3
Turn left onto SR 49
7.9 mi·13 min·Antwerp Drive
4
Turn left onto SR 49
381 ft·9 sec·Canal Street
5
Turn right onto SR 49
16 mi·27 min·Erie Street
6
Turn left onto US 30; SR 49
6.6 mi·7 min·Lincoln Highway
7
Take the exit onto US 30 Business
2.7 mi·4 min·US 30 Business
Toward US 224: Van WortUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto CR 434
1.4 mi·1 min·Van Wert-Decatur Road
9
Continue on West Ervin Road
0.8 mi·1 min·West Ervin Road
10
Turn right onto US 127
55 mi·1 hr 11 min·South Washington Street
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
12
Turn left onto SR 49
22 mi·24 min·SR 49
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
10.0 mi·14 min·SR 49
Exit 26Toward SR 49 South: Clayton, TrotwoodUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on West 1st Street
381 ft·6 sec·West 1st Street
15
Continue on West 1st Street
35 ft·1 sec·West 1st Street
16
Continue on West 1st Street
0.5 mi·58 sec·West 1st Street
17
Turn right onto SR 48
1.0 mi·1 min·North Ludlow Street
18
Turn left onto SR 48
489 ft·14 sec·Stout Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto SR 48
1.0 mi·1 min·South Main Street
20
Continue on SR 48
3.4 mi·6 min·Far Hills Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto West Stroop Road
52 ft·1 sec·West Stroop Road
22
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 59-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. While there's only one recommended stop, consider planning your break around the 55.5-mile mark on South Washington Street to break up the drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, you won't need to worry about frequent or expensive refueling. Pay close attention to road signs, especially when transitioning between South Washington Street, Erie Street, and SR 49, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of this route means frequent adjustments.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.4 miles from Hicksville, OH, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.5 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 28 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.4 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 25m
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 Hicksville, 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 Hicksville, OH
This is one driving day of about 128.9 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Hicksville, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on South Washington Street for about 55.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.4 mi from Hicksville, OH
· 1h 34m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 133.9
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 138.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.00 one way
$40.01 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg45 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$22.20
$44.40
premium
$4.91
$24.91
$49.82
diesel
$5.61
$28.46
$56.92
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
38.7
0
$13.53
$6.19
Efficient EV
32.2
0
$11.28
$5.16
EV Truck/SUV
51.6
0
$18.05
$8.25
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hicksville, OH
Late night
in Hicksville on Saturday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kettering, OH
Late night
in Kettering on Saturday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Greenville, OH
64 mi in
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
19 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
2h 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 Hicksville, OH to Kettering, OH covers 128.9 miles and takes about 2h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Washington Street, SR 49, Erie Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.4 miles from Hicksville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.00 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 128.9 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 2; SR 49 / West High Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.5 miles (US 30 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.1 miles (SR 49): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hicksville, OH to Kettering, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Trotwood along the way.
