Origin
Springdale, OH
Night in Springdale on Tuesday
Local time
11:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springdale, OH to Kettering, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
47m
Distance
37.4 mi
60 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 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springdale, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
This 37.4-mile drive from Springdale, OH to Kettering, OH is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 47 minutes. With a highway share of 82%, you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained expressways, making it ideal for a single day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $6, which is quite economical. Both your starting and ending points are within the Midwest region, so you can expect familiar landscapes. This route is designed for efficiency, getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
18.7 miles from Springdale, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 82% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll primarily navigate via the Mill Creek Expressway and I-675, offering a consistent and relatively fast pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 25.6 miles on the Mill Creek Expressway, meaning you can settle in for a solid period of driving without frequent exits. While largely an expressway experience, Far Hills Avenue provides a brief transition, offering a slight change of pace before rejoining the faster roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 25.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mill Creek Expressway and Far Hills Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 4 / Springfield Pike.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 37.4 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: near the start (SR 4 / Springfield Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 275 / Circle Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 4 / Springfield Pike
Turn left onto SR 4 / Springfield Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 275 / Circle Freeway
Merge onto I 275 / Circle Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
2.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 43B
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
7
29.3 mi into trip
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~35m 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
33.7 mi into trip
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~40m 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 | 25.6 mi | 29m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 675 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Circle Freeway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Springfield Pike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Kemper Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Creek Expressway
— 25.6 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on West Kemper Road
17 ft
·
7 sec
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West Kemper Road
2
Turn left onto SR 4
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Springfield Pike
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 275 East: Dayton
4
Merge onto I 275
2.2 mi
·
2 min
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Circle Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43B
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 75
26 mi
·
29 min
·
Mill Creek Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 675
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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I 675
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
11
Turn left onto SR 48
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
12
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
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West Stroop Road
13
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 47-minute duration, this trip is perfect for a spontaneous departure or a planned quick getaway. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive or extensive rest stops; however, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially with the estimated $6 cost. The longest stretch on the Mill Creek Expressway is over 25 miles, so if you plan to exit for a break, aim for just before or just after this segment. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic on the expressways.
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 18.7 miles from Springdale, OH, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.6 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 37.4 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.7 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
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 Springdale, 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 Springdale, OH
This is one driving day of about 37.4 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springdale, 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 25.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.7 mi from Springdale, OH · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Springdale, 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
$5.80 one way
$11.61 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.23 | $14.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
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: 13.1 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 | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.39 |
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
Night in Kettering on Tuesday
Local time
11:16 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
47m 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 Springdale, OH to Kettering, OH covers 37.4 miles and takes about 47m 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 18.7 miles from Springdale, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.80 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 10 significant decision points across 37.4 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: near the start (SR 4 / Springfield Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 275 / Circle Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Springdale, OH to Kettering, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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