Origin
Blue Ash, OH
Late night in Blue Ash on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blue Ash, 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
56m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blue Ash, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Blue Ash to Kettering, expect a straightforward 41.4-mile journey that typically takes about 56 minutes. This efficient route is perfect for a one-day trip, as it requires no overnight stays and keeps your travel budget lean with an estimated fuel cost of just $6. You will navigate primarily through the Midwest, transitioning between these two Ohio communities with ease. Because the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes speed and reliability over sightseeing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Expressway | 28.2 mi | 32m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 675 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Glendale Milford Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Cooper Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Plainfield Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Creek Expressway
— 28.2 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Ash, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on Cooper Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cooper Road
Use the right lane.
2
Turn right onto Plainfield Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Plainfield Road
3
Enter roundabout onto Plainfield Road
77 ft
·
1 sec
·
Plainfield Road
4
Continue on Plainfield Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto Glendale Milford Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Glendale Milford Road
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 75
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Mill Creek Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 675
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 675
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
12
Turn left onto SR 48
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
13
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Stroop Road
14
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Blue Ash, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 37.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Glendale Milford Road
Turn left onto Glendale Milford Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Dayton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
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
33.3 mi into trip
|
~44m 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
37.6 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.43 one way
$12.85 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Middletown, OH
21 mi in
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
9 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
56m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with roughly 75% of your travel time spent on major roads like the Mill Creek Expressway, I-675, and Far Hills Avenue. You can settle in for a steady pace during the longest stretch of the journey, which covers 28.2 miles on the Mill Creek Expressway. While the route is designed to get you to your destination quickly, the transition from expressway speeds to the local flow of Far Hills Avenue provides a change in driving intensity. You will find that the road maintains a consistent, functional character, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer a predictable commute over winding backroads.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.2 mi on Mill Creek Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mill Creek Expressway and Far Hills Avenue. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near Glendale Milford Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.2 miles (Glendale Milford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Blue Ash, OH
Full guide →Blue Ash is a city in Hamilton County, Ohio, and part of the Greater Cincinnati area.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.2 miles on Mill Creek Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Glendale Milford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kettering, OH before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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