Origin
Kettering, OH
Afternoon in Kettering on Friday
Local time
12:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kettering, OH to Delhi Hills, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
55.2 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kettering, OH
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Delhi Hills, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kettering, OH to Delhi Hills, OH covers 55.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, I 675, Far Hills Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 55.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 55.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 675. The longest continuous stretch is about 41 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 41 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 675. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (I 675): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue
Turn right onto SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 675
Merge onto I 675
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
5
8.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward Ballpark Stadium/Arena, Freeman Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1F
Toward Ballpark Stadium/Arena, Freeman Avenue
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 Kettering, OH to Delhi Hills, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Ballpark Stadium/Arena along the way.
Ballpark Stadium/Arena
49.3 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 41 mi | 49m |
| I 675 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| River Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Mount Alverno Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Delhi Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Fairbanks Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Delhi Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 41 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Delhi Hills, OH.
1
Start on West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Stroop Road
2
Turn right onto SR 48
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
4
Merge onto I 675
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 75
41 mi
·
49 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 1F
Toward Ballpark Stadium/Arena, Freeman Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on Freeman Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Freeman Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 50 West
10
Merge onto US 50; SR 264
0.4 mi
·
23 sec
·
West 6th Street
11
Continue on US 50; SR 264
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
6th Street Viaduct
12
Continue on US 50; SR 264
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
River Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Fairbanks Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairbanks Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on Delhi Avenue
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Delhi Avenue
15
Continue on Delhi Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Delhi Road
16
Turn left onto Mount Alverno Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Alverno Road
17
Arrive at destination
Mount Alverno Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.6 mi from Kettering, OH · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Kettering, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Delhi Hills, OH
The final approach into Delhi Hills, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.57 one way
$17.13 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.67 | $21.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.19 | $24.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Delhi Hills, OH
Afternoon in Delhi Hills on Friday
Local time
12:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Lincoln Heights, OH
28 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 13m 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 Delhi Hills, OH covers 55.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 675, Far Hills Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.6 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 $8.57 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (I 675): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Kettering, OH to Delhi Hills, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Ballpark Stadium/Arena along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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