Origin
Kettering, OH
Late night in Kettering on Saturday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kettering, OH to Saint Bernard, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Saint Bernard, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kettering, OH to Saint Bernard, OH covers 45.2 miles and takes about 57m 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 35.8 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.01 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 45.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 675. The longest continuous stretch is about 35.8 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 11 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 35.8 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
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 45.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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.
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
8
44.1 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint Bernard
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 6
Toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint Bernard
7
44.2 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Zoo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Vetera...
6
44.6 mi into trip
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~55m in
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Vine Street
Turn left onto Vine Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 35.8 mi | 42m |
| I 675 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Vine Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Mitchell Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 35.8 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Saint Bernard, 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
36 mi
·
42 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 6
Toward Mitchell Avenue, Saint Bernard
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
248 ft
·
13 sec
Toward Saint Bernard, Xavier University, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Zoo
9
Turn left onto West Mitchell Avenue
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Mitchell Avenue
10
Turn left onto Vine Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Vine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Kettering, OH · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Kettering, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Bernard, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Saint Bernard, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.01 one way
$14.03 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.79 | $15.57 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.74 | $17.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Saint Bernard, OH
Late night in Saint Bernard on Saturday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
57m 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 Saint Bernard, OH covers 45.2 miles and takes about 57m 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 22.6 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 $7.01 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 45.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Kettering, OH to Saint Bernard, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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