Origin
Bay Village, OH
Late night in Bay Village on Sunday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bay Village, OH to Kettering, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
208.8 mi
336 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 56m
★
6 AM
4h 9m
8 AM
4h 35m
10 AM
4h 18m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 34m
8 PM
4h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bay Village, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
This 208.8-mile journey from Bay Village, OH, to Kettering, OH, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 9 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 81% of the drive on major interstates. You'll be budgeting around $32 for fuel for this trip. This drive is a straightforward connection within the Midwest region, moving you through Ohio. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 93.5 miles on I-71, it's a manageable day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
104.4 miles from Bay Village, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 93.5 mi | 1h 41m |
| West Freeway | 50.6 mi | 54m |
| I 675 | 15.5 mi | 17m |
| Avon Lake Road | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| Avon Belden Road | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Dover Center Road | 4.8 mi | 11m |
| I 670 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| East Stroop Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 93.5 mi, about 1h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bay Village, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on this road
21 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
58 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto Wolf Road
329 ft
·
19 sec
·
Wolf Road
4
Turn right onto Dover Center Road
4.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Dover Center Road
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto SR 10
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lorain Road
6
Turn left onto Stearns Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stearns Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 480
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 480
9
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 10
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 10
Toward SR 10 West: Norwalk, Oberlin
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward SR 83: North Ridgeville, Wooster
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto State Route 83 Alternate
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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State Route 83 Alternate
Use the left lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto Butternut Ridge Road
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Butternut Ridge Road
13
Continue on Lorain Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Lorain Road
14
Turn sharp right onto SR 83
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Avon Belden Road
15
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
Avon Belden Road
16
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
231 ft
·
3 sec
·
Avon Belden Road
17
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
129 ft
·
1 sec
·
Avon Belden Road
18
Continue on SR 83
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Avon Belden Road
19
Continue on SR 83
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Avon Lake Road
20
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
392 ft
·
6 sec
·
Avon Lake Road
21
Continue on SR 83
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Avon Lake Road
22
Continue on SR 83
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Elyria Street
23
Continue on SR 83
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wooster Street
24
Continue on SR 83
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Avon Lake Road
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
26
Merge onto I 71
93 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 670 West: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
29
Merge onto I 670
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 670
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 670
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Merge onto I 70
51 mi
·
54 min
·
West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 44
Toward I 675 South: Spangler Road, Cincinnati
Use the slight right lane.
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 44A
Toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Use the right lane.
35
Continue on I 675
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 675
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 10
Toward Kettering, Dorothy Lane, Indian Ripple Road
Use the slight right lane.
37
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Indian Ripple Road
38
Turn left onto East Stroop Road
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
East Stroop Road
Use the left lane.
39
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour, 9-minute duration, this route is best tackled in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion, especially as you approach your destination. Your fuel cost is estimated at $32, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Bay Village. The longest stretch without a major exit is 93.5 miles on I-71; plan your restroom and stretch breaks accordingly before embarking on this segment. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to take breaks as needed or push through efficiently.
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 104.4 miles from Bay Village, OH, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.5 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 46 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.4 miles or 2h 8m 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 21m
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 Bay Village, 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 Bay Village, OH
This is one driving day of about 208.8 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Bay Village, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 93.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.4 miles from Bay Village, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 285 decision points cluster between mile 12.1 and 204.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
12.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward SR 83: North Ridgeville, Wooster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 83: North Ridgeville, Wooster
8
131.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
8
187.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 39m 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
8
188.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m 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
204.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.41 one way
$64.81 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $35.96 | $71.93 |
| premium | $4.91 | $40.35 | $80.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.10 | $92.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.92 | $10.02 |
| Efficient EV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.27 | $8.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.5 | 1 | $29.23 | $13.36 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Late night in Kettering on Sunday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Chance Rain Showers
SW 15 mph
36% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
68°F
Mansfield, OH
104 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
26 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
4h 9m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 201.6
View on nps.gov
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 194.4
View on nps.gov
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 7.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 208.8-mile trip, with 81% of the route utilizing interstates like I-71 and I-675. The dominant feel is one of efficient travel, particularly during the 93.5-mile segment on I-71. While the West Freeway offers a brief change of pace, the character remains largely that of a main-artery connection, designed for covering distance smoothly. You'll spend most of your time on the open road, with minimal engagement with local traffic patterns.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.5 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 208.8 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 12.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bay Village, OH and Kettering, OH, road signs point toward Wooster, Dayton and Cincinnati.
Wooster
12.1 mi in
|
~21m
Dayton
131.7 mi in
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~2h 37m
Cincinnati
187.7 mi in
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~3h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 9m. Total distance: 208.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.5 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Kettering, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Kettering, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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