Origin
Kettering, OH
Evening in Kettering on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kettering, OH to Baltimore, OH
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
101.3 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kettering, OH
Zsolt Pujsz
Baltimore, OH
Styves Exantus
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Kettering to Baltimore, you are looking at a straightforward 101.3-mile journey across Ohio. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 5 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Since the entire drive stays within the Midwest, you won't encounter major regional shifts, but you will benefit from a predictable, highway-focused route. Budgeting roughly $15 for fuel should cover your transit costs easily. Because the drive is relatively short and direct, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip unless your schedule requires a leisurely pace.
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
50.6 miles from Kettering, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its efficiency, as 80% of your time will be spent cruising on major highways like I-70 and I-675. You can expect a consistent interstate grind rather than winding backroads, providing a steady pace for the duration of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a 51.1-mile run on I-70, which allows for smooth, sustained highway driving. As you transition between these main arteries and the East Freeway, the road feels purposeful and geared toward getting you to your destination without unnecessary local navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 675. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near Indian Ripple Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 101.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (Indian Ripple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.1 miles (I 675): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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Indian Ripple Road
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
6
11.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 675
Keep slight left at fork onto I 675
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
20.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 26A
Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
6
22.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
88.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward SR 256 East: Pickerington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 112A
Toward SR 256 East: Pickerington
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 51.1 mi | 55m |
| I 675 | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| East Freeway | 11 mi | 13m |
| Reynoldsburg Baltimore Road Northwest | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| West Stroop Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Hill Road North | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| West Freeway | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| South Innerbelt | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 51.1 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Baltimore, OH.
1
Start on West Stroop Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Stroop Road
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Indian Ripple Road
Use the left / none lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
4
Merge onto I 675
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 675
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 675
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 675
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 26A
Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
7
Merge onto I 70; SR 4
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70; SR 4
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 70
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Innerbelt
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Innerbelt
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 70
11 mi
·
13 min
·
East Freeway
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 112A
Toward SR 256 East: Pickerington
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto SR 256
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Hill Road North
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto SR 256
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Columbus Street
16
Continue on SR 256
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Reynoldsburg Baltimore Road Northwest
17
Continue on SR 256
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Market Street
18
Arrive at destination
SR 256
Trip Plan
Because this is a manageable two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving mid-morning can help you avoid local commuter traffic. Since there are zero official stops planned in the route data, you should plan to fuel up before you hit the highway to ensure your $15 budget remains accurate. Keep a close eye on your mileage, especially during that 51.1-mile stretch on I-70, and ensure your vehicle is prepped for sustained interstate speeds. You have the advantage of a short travel time, so feel free to head out whenever it best suits your schedule for a quick, efficient transition between these two Ohio locations.
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 50.6 miles from Kettering, OH, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.1 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kettering, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Kettering, OH
This is one driving day of about 101.3 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kettering, 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 I 70 for about 51.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.6 mi from Kettering, OH · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Kettering, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baltimore, OH
The final approach into Baltimore, 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 Baltimore, 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
$15.15 one way
$30.30 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $16.92 | $33.84 |
| premium | $4.79 | $19.10 | $38.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.51 | $45.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.64 | $4.86 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.18 | $6.48 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Baltimore, OH
Evening in Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 5m 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 Kettering, OH to Baltimore, OH covers 101.3 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, I 675, East Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.6 miles from Kettering, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.15 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 101.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (Indian Ripple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.1 miles (I 675): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Kettering, OH to Baltimore, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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