Origin
Pickerington, OH
Evening in Pickerington on Thursday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pickerington, OH to Kettering, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
92.7 mi
149 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pickerington, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
This 92.7-mile drive from Pickerington, OH to Kettering, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 52 minutes. Given its relatively short duration and focus on major roadways like West Freeway and I-675, it's perfectly suited as a day trip with no need for an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost is around $14, making it an economical option for a quick regional hop within the Midwest. The profile suggests a predominantly highway experience, so expect efficient travel. This route offers a practical way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Pickerington, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 92.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-intensive experience on this trip, with 88% of the drive taking place on major interstates and freeways. You'll spend a significant portion of the 1 hour and 52-minute journey on West Freeway, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 54.1 miles. The route is designed for efficient travel, meaning you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and limited opportunities for spontaneous detours off the main path. The focus is clearly on covering distance quickly rather than exploring varied landscapes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 54.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,183 ft
757 ft
Total Climb
593 ft
Total Descent
429 ft
Highest Point
1,183 ft
~46.3 mi in
Elevation Range
426 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Freeway and I 675. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 256 / Hill Road North.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.3 miles (SR 256 / Hill Road North): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 256 / Hill Road North
Turn right onto SR 256 / Hill Road North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
71.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
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 44
Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
7
71.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
8
72.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 44A
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
8
88 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple Road
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 10
Toward Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple R...
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 Pickerington, OH to Kettering, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cincinnati along the way.
Cincinnati
71.6 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Freeway | 54.1 mi | 59m |
| I 675 | 15.5 mi | 17m |
| I 70 | 12 mi | 14m |
| Hill Road North | 4 mi | 6m |
| East Stroop Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| South Innerbelt | 1 mi | 1m |
| Indian Ripple Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Columbus Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Freeway
— 54.1 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pickerington, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on North Center Street
65 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Center Street
2
Turn right onto SR 256
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Columbus Street
3
Turn right onto SR 256
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Hill Road North
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 70 West: Columbus
5
Merge onto I 70
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 70
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Innerbelt
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Continue on I 70
54 mi
·
59 min
·
West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 44
Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 44A
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on I 675
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 10
Toward Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple Road
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Indian Ripple Road
14
Turn left onto East Stroop Road
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
East Stroop Road
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under two hours, flexibility is key for this trip. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive in Kettering with plenty of daylight left. The longest stretch without a major change in road is 54.1 miles on West Freeway, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps before you begin this segment. The $14 fuel cost is an estimate, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially as you transition between I-675 and I-70. Given the highway-focused nature, consider leaving during off-peak hours to minimize traffic delays.
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 46.3 miles from Pickerington, OH, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.1 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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 55m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kettering, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Pickerington, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pickerington, OH
This is one driving day of about 92.7 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Pickerington, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on West Freeway for about 54.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.3 mi from Pickerington, OH · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.3 miles from Pickerington, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.39 one way
$28.77 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $15.97 | $31.93 |
| premium | $4.91 | $17.92 | $35.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.47 | $40.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
| Efficient EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Kettering, OH
Evening in Kettering on Thursday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
London, OH
46 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
17 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
1h 52m 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 Pickerington, OH to Kettering, OH covers 92.7 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Freeway, I 675, I 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.3 miles from Pickerington, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.39 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 92.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.3 miles (SR 256 / Hill Road North): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Pickerington, OH to Kettering, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cincinnati along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 757 ft to 1,183 ft elevation with about 593 ft of total climbing.
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