Trip from Kettering, OH to Solon, OH

Drive Time

4h 7m

Distance

218.6 mi

352 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

3h 54m ★

6 AM

4h 8m

8 AM

4h 34m

10 AM

4h 17m

12 PM

4h 14m

3 PM

4h 18m

5 PM

4h 32m

8 PM

4h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Kettering, OH

Zsolt Pujsz

Solon, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Trip Overview

Connecting Kettering to Solon requires a straightforward 218.6-mile trek across Ohio. Expect to spend approximately 4 hours and 7 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Since the route stays entirely within the Midwest, you will find familiar terrain throughout the drive. Budgeting around $33 for fuel should cover your needs, provided you maintain a consistent pace. Because this trip is well under five hours, there is no need to split it into two days unless you prefer a very relaxed pace. It is a practical, efficient way to travel across the state without the need for complex planning.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

109.3 miles from Kettering, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, with 95% of your travel taking place on high-speed roads. You will utilize a combination of I-71, I-70, and I-271 to navigate between your origin and destination. Prepare for a steady interstate experience, highlighted by a significant 110.9-mile stretch along I-71 which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. The personality of this trip is utilitarian and fast, designed for those who want to cover ground quickly rather than wander through rural backroads. You can anticipate a predictable, consistent flow of traffic as you transition across the state's central highway network.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 71.9 miles in near I 670.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 218.6 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 71.9 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.2 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 213.4 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

71.9 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in | I 670

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 670 East: Airport

76.2 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in | North Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

213.4 mi into trip | ~3h 58m in | I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland

213.8 mi into trip | ~3h 58m in

Take the exit toward Rockside Road, Bedford Heights

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 26A Toward Rockside Road, Bedford Heights

217.9 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in

Take the exit toward SR 91: Solon, Moreland Hills

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 18 Toward SR 91: Solon, Moreland Hills

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Kettering, OH to Solon, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.

Cleveland

76.2 mi in | ~1h 28m | via North Innerbelt

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	110.9 mi	2h
I 70	51.1 mi	55m
I 271	25.4 mi	28m
I 675	15.4 mi	17m
I 670	4.3 mi	5m
West Stroop Road	3.9 mi	7m
Cannon Road	1.7 mi	3m
Route 422	1.2 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 110.9 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Solon, OH.

Start on West Stroop Road

3.9 mi · 7 min · West Stroop Road

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road

0.5 mi · 43 sec · Indian Ripple Road

Use the left / none lanes.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Merge onto I 675

6.4 mi · 7 min · I 675

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 675

9.0 mi · 10 min · I 675

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 26A Toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus

Merge onto I 70; SR 4

1.9 mi · 1 min · I 70; SR 4

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

49 mi · 53 min · I 70

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 670

Toward I 670 East: Airport Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North Innerbelt

Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 71

111 mi · 2 hr · I 71

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 271

25 mi · 28 min · I 271

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480

0.4 mi · 28 sec · Outerbelt South Freeway

Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec

Exit 26A Toward Rockside Road, Bedford Heights Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Rockside Road

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Rockside Road

Continue on Cannon Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Cannon Road

Use the straight lane.

At end of road, turn right onto Cannon Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Cannon Road

Turn right onto Harper Road

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Harper Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Toward US 422 East: Warren

Merge onto US 422

1.2 mi · 1 min · Route 422

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 18 Toward SR 91: Solon, Moreland Hills Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto SR 91

0.1 mi · 19 sec · S.O.M. Center Road

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto Solon Road

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Solon Road

Use the right lane.

Arrive at destination

Solon Road

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour duration, a single well-timed stop is sufficient to keep you refreshed and alert. Plan your departure to avoid peak congestion times, as the reliance on major interstates means traffic volume can fluctuate. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your schedule based on your personal energy levels. Since the majority of your time is spent on I-71, I-70, and I-271, stay mindful of highway signage to ensure smooth transitions between these busy arteries. Keeping your fuel costs around the $33 estimate is easiest if you fill up before hitting the heaviest traffic segments of the route.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 109.3 miles from Kettering, OH, or about 2h 4m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.9 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 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 109.3 miles or 2h 4m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Solon, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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 218.6 miles and 4h 7m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 110.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 109.3 mi from Kettering, OH · 2h 4m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

109 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

Columbus, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbus, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 109.3 miles from Kettering, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.9 miles.

Arriving in Solon, OH

The final approach into Solon, 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 Solon, OH.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.70 one way

$65.39 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.24	$36.51	$73.02
premium	$4.79	$41.22	$82.45
diesel	$5.64	$48.57	$97.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	65.6	0	$22.95	$10.49
Efficient EV	54.7	0	$19.13	$8.74
EV Truck/SUV	87.4	1	$30.60	$13.99

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Kettering, OH

Night in Kettering on Sunday

Local time

10:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Solon, OH

Night in Solon on Sunday

Local time

10:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

54°F

Mansfield, OH

109 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

20 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

4h 7m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Solon, OH covers 218.6 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, I 70, I 271. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 109.3 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 $32.70 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Kettering, OH to Solon, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.

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Trip from Kettering, OH to Solon, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Solon, OH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Kettering, OH

Solon, OH

Same local time

20 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 7m on the road

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