Origin
Montville, OH
Afternoon in Montville on Monday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montville, OH to Kettering, OH
Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
253 mi
407 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
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6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montville, OH
Ollie Craig
Kettering, OH
Zsolt Pujsz
Trip Overview
The drive from Montville, OH to Kettering, OH covers 253 miles and takes about 3h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Grand Army of the Republic Highway, North Hambden Street, Center Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.84 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
126.5 miles from Montville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 59m drive with frequent turns across 253 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grand Army of the Republic Highway 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 59m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Montville, OH to Kettering, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Hambden Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cherry Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wilson Mills Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sperry Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sherman Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Caves Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montville, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
3
Continue on North Hambden Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Hambden Street
4
Continue on Center Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
5
Turn left onto Cherry Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Cherry Avenue
6
Continue on Wilson Mills Road
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Wilson Mills Road
7
Turn left onto Sperry Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sperry Road
8
Turn right onto Sherman Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Sherman Road
9
Turn left onto Caves Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Caves Road
10
Turn right onto Mayfield Road
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Mayfield Road
11
Take the ramp slight right toward I 271 South: Columbus
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 271 South: Columbus
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 271 South: Columbus
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
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I 271 South: Columbus
13
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt East Freeway
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
14
Keep slight left to continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
15
Keep slight left
24 mi
·
26 min
16
Merge slight left
110 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 670 West: Dayton
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 670 West: Dayton
19
Merge slight left onto Northeast Freeway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
20
Keep slight right
4.5 mi
·
5 min
21
Merge slight right onto West Freeway
51 mi
·
54 min
·
West Freeway
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
23
Keep slight left to continue on I 675 South: Cincinnati
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 675 South: Cincinnati
24
Keep slight right to continue on I 675 South: Cincinnati
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 675 South: Cincinnati
25
Continue straight
16 mi
·
17 min
26
Take the exit slight right toward Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple Road
27
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Indian Ripple Road
28
Turn left onto East Stroop Road
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
East Stroop Road
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 126.5 miles from Montville, OH, or about 1h 59m 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 80 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.5 miles or 1h 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 3h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kettering, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montville, 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 Montville, OH
This is one driving day of about 253 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Montville, 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 126.5 mi from Montville, OH · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 126.5 miles from Montville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kettering, OH
The final approach into Kettering, 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 Kettering, 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
$37.84 one way
$75.68 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $42.25 | $84.51 |
| premium | $4.79 | $47.71 | $95.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.21 | $112.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.9 | 0 | $26.56 | $12.14 |
| Efficient EV | 63.3 | 0 | $22.14 | $10.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.2 | 1 | $35.42 | $16.19 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 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.
Destination
Kettering, OH
Afternoon in Kettering on Monday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Mansfield, OH
127 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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 59m 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 Montville, OH to Kettering, OH covers 253 miles and takes about 3h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grand Army of the Republic Highway, North Hambden Street, Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126.5 miles from Montville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.84 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 59m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Montville, OH to Kettering, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Montville, OH to Kettering, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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