Origin
Bridgetown, OH
Late night in Bridgetown on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgetown, 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
1h 13m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgetown, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
Bridgetown, OH to Kettering, OH is 55.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via Mill Creek Expressway and Circle Freeway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest journey stays within Ohio, offering a straightforward drive between two points in the region. With the majority of the trip on highways, expect a relatively quick transit. This route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Consider this a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Expressway | 25.6 mi | 29m |
| Circle Freeway | 14.8 mi | 17m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Harrison Avenue | 3 mi | 5m |
| I 675 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Northwest Expressway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Race Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Moonridge Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Creek Expressway
— 25.6 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgetown, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on North Glen Road
61 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Glen Road
2
Turn left onto Moonridge Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Moonridge Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto SR 264
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Bridgetown Road
4
Turn left onto Race Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Race Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto Harrison Avenue
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Harrison Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 74 West, US 52 West
7
Merge onto I 74; US 52
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Expressway
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 9
Toward I 275 North: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 275
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Circle Freeway
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 275
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Circle Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43B
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
26 mi
·
29 min
·
Mill Creek Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 675
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 675
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
17
Turn left onto SR 48
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
18
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Stroop Road
19
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Bridgetown, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 52 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Race Road
Turn left onto Race Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 275 North: Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward I 275 North: Dayton
7
21.3 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
47.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
52 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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
$8.66 one way
$17.32 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.61 | $19.22 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.78 | $21.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 15 mph
98% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
53°F
Woodlawn, OH
28 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
14 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 13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 80% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches of faster driving, including a continuous 25.6 miles on the Mill Creek Expressway. Expect the character of the drive to remain consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery. The main roads you'll navigate include the Mill Creek Expressway, Circle Freeway, and Far Hills Avenue, suggesting a mix of expressways and potentially a more arterial road as you approach your destination.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.6 mi on Mill Creek Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mill Creek Expressway and Circle Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Race Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.8 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.8 miles (Race Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 55.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.6 miles on Mill Creek Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 0.8 miles (Race Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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