Origin
Kettering, OH
Late night in Kettering on Saturday
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3:12 AM
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Current temp
68°F
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Trip from Kettering, OH to Mount Vernon, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
122.1 mi
197 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
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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Mount Vernon, OH
Michaela Schmidt
Trip Overview
The drive from Kettering, OH to Mount Vernon, OH covers 122.1 miles and takes about 2h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Indian Ripple Road, I 70 East, I 670 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.95 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.1 miles from Kettering, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 122.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 34m drive with frequent turns across 122.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Indian Ripple Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kettering, OH to Mount Vernon, OH is easy. At 2h 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kettering, OH to Mount Vernon, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Ripple Road | — | — |
| I 70 East | — | — |
| I 670 East | — | — |
| I 270 North | — | — |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | — | — |
| Morse Road | — | — |
| Johnstown Road | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Indian Ripple Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Mount Vernon, 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
3
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
4
Merge slight left
6.4 mi
·
7 min
5
Keep slight left
9.0 mi
·
10 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 East, SR 4 North: Columbus
7
Merge slight left
1.9 mi
·
2 min
8
Keep slight left
49 mi
·
53 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 670 East: Airport
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
I 670 East: Airport
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North, SR 161: Easton Way
354 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 270 North, SR 161: Easton Way
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 270 North
13
Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Morse Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Morse Road
15
Turn right onto Morse Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Morse Road
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Johnstown Road
246 ft
·
4 sec
·
Johnstown Road
17
Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnstown Road
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnstown Road
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Johnstown Road
19
Exit the roundabout onto Johnstown Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnstown Road
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Main Street
98 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Main Street
21
Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Main Street
22
Continue on Johnstown Road
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Johnstown Road
23
Continue on Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
24
Continue on West Coshocton Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Coshocton Street
25
Continue on Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Johnstown-Utica Road Northwest
26
Turn left onto North Street
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Street
27
Continue on Granville Road
7.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Granville Road
28
Continue on South Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
29
Turn left onto Newark Road
390 ft
·
13 sec
·
Newark Road
30
Continue on South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Main Street
31
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
32
Turn left onto East High Street
207 ft
·
6 sec
·
East High Street
33
Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Public Square
34
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.1 miles from Kettering, OH, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
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 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.1 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Vernon, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kettering, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 122.1 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.1 mi from Kettering, OH · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.1 miles from Kettering, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mount Vernon, OH
The final approach into Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.95 one way
$37.90 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $21.03 | $42.06 |
| premium | $4.91 | $23.60 | $47.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.96 | $53.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.09 | $7.81 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Mount Vernon, OH
Late night in Mount Vernon on Saturday
Local time
3:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
2h 34m 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 Mount Vernon, OH covers 122.1 miles and takes about 2h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Indian Ripple Road, I 70 East, I 670 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.1 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 $18.95 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Kettering, OH to Mount Vernon, OH is easy. At 2h 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kettering, OH to Mount Vernon, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kettering, OH to Mount Vernon, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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