Origin
Sharonville, OH
Afternoon in Sharonville on Wednesday
Local time
1:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharonville, OH to Kettering, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
46m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
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6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sharonville, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Sharonville and Kettering, you are looking at a straightforward 36.9-mile trip that typically takes about 46 minutes. Because this is a short, highway-focused drive within the Midwest, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel, making it a very economical route for commuters or weekend visitors. Since the drive is entirely within Ohio, you will stay within the same regional landscape for the duration of your journey. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics, as the short duration offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
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
18.5 miles from Sharonville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a fast-paced experience, as 81% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Mill Creek Expressway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 27 miles. The character of the road is decidedly utilitarian, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal friction. As you transition off the expressway and eventually onto Far Hills Avenue and I-675, the rhythm of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to local navigation. You will find yourself behind the wheel for a quick, efficient transit that feels more like a standard commute than a long-haul road trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mill Creek Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 27 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,006 ft
588 ft
Total Climb
787 ft
Total Descent
369 ft
Highest Point
1,006 ft
~36.9 mi in
Elevation Range
418 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mill Creek Expressway and Far Hills Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Sharon Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sharon Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Sharon Road
Turn left onto East Sharon Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Dayton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway
Merge onto I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
28.8 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward I 675 North: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
7
33.1 mi into trip
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~39m in
Take the exit toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4A
Toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Expressway | 27 mi | 31m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 675 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| East Sharon Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Reading Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Creek Expressway
— 27 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharonville, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on US 42
96 ft
·
9 sec
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Reading Road
2
Turn left onto East Sharon Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Sharon Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 75
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Mill Creek Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 675
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 675
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
9
Turn left onto SR 48
3.2 mi
·
5 min
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Far Hills Avenue
10
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
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West Stroop Road
11
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 46-minute trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best suits your personal agenda. With no mandatory stops required to cover the 36.9 miles, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing a break. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns when merging onto the Mill Creek Expressway, as that 27-mile stretch can experience varying density throughout the day. Because the fuel cost is a modest $6, there is no need to plan specific refueling stops along the way. Use the flexibility of this short drive to prioritize your arrival time in Kettering rather than worrying about mid-trip logistics.
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 18.5 miles from Sharonville, OH, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27 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 36.9 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.5 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
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 Sharonville, 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 Sharonville, OH
This is one driving day of about 36.9 miles and 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sharonville, 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 Mill Creek Expressway for about 27 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.5 mi from Sharonville, OH · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Sharonville, 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
$5.73 one way
$11.45 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.36 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in Kettering on Wednesday
Local time
1:20 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
1 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
46m 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 Sharonville, OH to Kettering, OH covers 36.9 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mill Creek Expressway, Far Hills Avenue, I 675. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from Sharonville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.73 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 straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sharon Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Sharonville, OH to Kettering, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 588 ft to 1,006 ft elevation with about 787 ft of total climbing.
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