Origin
Kettering, OH
Late night in Kettering on Saturday
Local time
5:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kettering, OH to Hillsboro, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
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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Hillsboro, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kettering, OH to Hillsboro, OH covers 53.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East State Route 73, High Street, Far Hills Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.8 miles on East State Route 73. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 53.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 53.4 miles, with most of the trip on East State Route 73 and High Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.8 miles on East State Route 73.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East State Route 73 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East State Route 73 and High Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kettering, OH to Hillsboro, OH is easy. At 1h 18m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (SR 73 / East State Route 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 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.
6
10.1 mi into trip
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~17m in
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SR 73 / East State Route 73
Turn left onto SR 73 / East State Route 73
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
53.3 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
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US 62; SR 138 / North High Street
Turn left onto US 62; SR 138 / North High Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East State Route 73 | 33.8 mi | 46m |
| High Street | 9.4 mi | 14m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Dayton Lebanon Pike | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| State Route 48 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East State Route 73
— 33.8 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Hillsboro, OH.
1
Start on West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Stroop Road
2
Turn right onto SR 48
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on SR 48
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on SR 48
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Dayton Lebanon Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on SR 48
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 48
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 73
34 mi
·
46 min
·
East State Route 73
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on SR 73
9.4 mi
·
14 min
·
High Street
8
Turn left onto US 50; SR 73; SR 124
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
West Main Street
9
Turn left onto US 62; SR 138
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
North High Street
10
Arrive at destination
US 62; SR 138
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.7 mi from Kettering, OH · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 26.7 miles from Kettering, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hillsboro, OH
The final approach into Hillsboro, 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
$8.29 one way
$16.58 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.32 | $20.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 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 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
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
Hillsboro, OH
Late night in Hillsboro on Saturday
Local time
5:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Centerville, OH
27 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
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
1h 18m 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 Hillsboro, OH covers 53.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East State Route 73, High Street, 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 26.7 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 $8.29 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 Kettering, OH to Hillsboro, OH is easy. At 1h 18m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (SR 73 / East State Route 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Kettering, OH to Hillsboro, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Hopewell Culture National Historical Park.
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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