Origin
Rome, OH
Night in Rome on Tuesday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rome, OH to Kettering, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
69.5 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
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6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rome, OH
Paul Scheelen
Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rome, OH to Kettering, OH covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Freeway, I 675, East Stroop Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46 miles on West Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.79 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.7 miles from Rome, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 23m highway drive covering 69.5 miles, with most of the trip on West Freeway and I 675. The longest continuous stretch is about 46 miles on West Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 46 miles.
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 Hilliard-Rome Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 69.5 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 0.3 miles (Hilliard-Rome Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.7 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
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~1m in
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Hilliard-Rome Road
Turn right onto Hilliard-Rome Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
48.4 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
48.7 mi into trip
|
~55m 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
49 mi into trip
|
~55m 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
64.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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 Rome, OH to Kettering, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cincinnati along the way.
Cincinnati
48.4 mi in
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~54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Freeway | 46 mi | 49m |
| I 675 | 15.5 mi | 17m |
| East Stroop Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Hilliard-Rome Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Indian Ripple Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Beacon Hill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pasadena Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Freeway
— 46 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rome, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on Pasadena Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pasadena Avenue
2
Turn right onto Beacon Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Beacon Hill Road
3
Turn right onto Hilliard-Rome Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Hilliard-Rome Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
121 ft
·
6 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 70 West: Dayton
6
Merge onto I 70
46 mi
·
49 min
·
West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 44
Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 44A
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on I 675
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 10
Toward Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Indian Ripple Road
13
Turn left onto East Stroop Road
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
East Stroop Road
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
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 34.7 miles from Rome, OH, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46 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 69.5 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.7 miles or 39m 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 7m
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 Rome, 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 Rome, OH
This is one driving day of about 69.5 miles and 1h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rome, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West Freeway for about 46 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.7 mi from Rome, OH · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Rome, 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
$10.79 one way
$21.57 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.97 | $23.94 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.43 | $26.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.34 | $30.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Kettering, OH
Night in Kettering on Tuesday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
32 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 23m 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 Rome, OH to Kettering, OH covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Freeway, I 675, East Stroop Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.7 miles from Rome, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.79 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 69.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Hilliard-Rome Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Rome, OH to Kettering, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cincinnati along the way.
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