Origin
Kettering, OH
Late night in Kettering on Friday
Local time
12:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kettering, OH to Sunbury, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
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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Sunbury, OH
Ollie Craig
Trip Overview
The drive from Kettering, OH to Sunbury, OH covers 97 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 4, I 675, Delaware Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.9 miles on SR 4. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Kettering, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 97 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 58m highway drive covering 97 miles, with most of the trip on SR 4 and I 675. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.9 miles on SR 4.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 4 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.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 3.9 miles (Indian Ripple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
|
Indian Ripple Road
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left 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
8
34 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
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 12
Toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
8
34.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 334 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 334 East
7
69.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East: Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
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 Sunbury, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
34 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 4 | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| I 675 | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| Delaware Avenue | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| State Route 37 East | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| State Route 4 | 6.9 mi | 7m |
| West Sandusky Street | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Mechanicsburg Road | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| US 68 | 4.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
SR 4
— 15.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Sunbury, OH.
1
Start on West Stroop Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Stroop Road
2
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Indian Ripple Road
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
4
Merge onto I 675
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 675
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 675
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 right at fork onto SR 4
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 4
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward US 68 North: Urbana
10
Merge onto US 68
4.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 68
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 12
Toward SR 334 East: River Road, Springfield
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward SR 334 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto SR 334
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 334
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 4
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Mechanicsburg Road
15
Continue on SR 4
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 4
16
Continue on SR 4
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Sandusky Street
17
Turn slight left onto SR 4
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 4
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 4
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 36; SR 4
19
Take the exit onto US 36
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 36
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn left onto US 36
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Delaware Avenue
21
Continue on US 36
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West William Street
22
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
23
Continue on US 36; SR 37
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 37 East
24
Continue on US 36
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Street
25
Arrive at destination
SR 37
Trip Plan
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 48.5 miles from Kettering, OH, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.9 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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 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 Sunbury, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kettering, OH
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Kettering, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 4 for about 15.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Kettering, OH · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.5 miles from Kettering, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sunbury, OH
The final approach into Sunbury, 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
$15.05 one way
$30.11 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
| premium | $4.91 | $18.75 | $37.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
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: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Sunbury, OH
Late night in Sunbury on Friday
Local time
12:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Urbana, OH
49 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
30 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 58m 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 Sunbury, OH covers 97 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 4, I 675, Delaware 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 48.5 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 $15.05 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 97 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 3.9 miles (Indian Ripple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Kettering, OH to Sunbury, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
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