Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
205.7 mi
331 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brook Park, OH
Phil Evenden
Kettering, OH
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This 205.7-mile drive from Brook Park, Ohio, to Kettering, Ohio, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 52 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused route, it's well-suited for a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost for this leg is around $32, making it an economical option for a regional excursion within the Midwest. You'll primarily be on I-71 and I-675, offering a consistent driving experience. This route is a good choice if you're looking for efficiency and a clear path between these two Ohio cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.9 miles from Brook Park, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 127.1 mi | 2h 17m |
| West Freeway | 50.6 mi | 54m |
| I 675 | 15.5 mi | 17m |
| I 670 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| East Stroop Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Snow Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Indian Ripple Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Smith Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brook Park, OH and Kettering, OH.
Start on Sylvia Drive
Turn left onto Smith Road
Turn left onto Snow Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 71
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 670
Keep slight right at fork onto I 670
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on I 675
Take the exit
Turn right onto Indian Ripple Road
Turn left onto East Stroop Road
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of under 4 hours, this route offers flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning will get you to Kettering with plenty of daylight remaining. You'll only need one planned stop, so consider breaking up the 127.1-mile stretch on I-71 for a fuel top-off and a quick stretch. Keep an eye on traffic, especially around the Cleveland and Columbus metropolitan areas, as they can sometimes cause slowdowns. This trip is manageable on a single tank of gas for most vehicles, but it's always wise to check your fuel level before embarking.
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.
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 45 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.9 miles or 1h 53m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kettering, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Brook Park, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Brook Park, OH
This is one driving day of about 205.7 miles and 3h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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.
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 102.9 miles from Brook Park, 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 127.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 128.6 and 201.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
Keep slight right at fork toward I 670 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight right at fork toward I 675 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Regular Gas
$31.92 one way
$63.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $35.43 | $70.86 |
| premium | $4.91 | $39.76 | $79.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.42 | $90.83 |
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: 72 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 | 61.7 | 0 | $21.60 | $9.87 |
| Efficient EV | 51.4 | 0 | $18.00 | $8.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.3 | 1 | $28.80 | $13.16 |
Gas CO2
72 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Brook Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Kettering on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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Expect a drive that's overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 96% of the journey taking place on major interstates like I-71 and I-675. The personality of this route is predominantly that of a fast-paced interstate cruise. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 127.1 miles on I-71, meaning extended periods of consistent speed and minimal need for navigation adjustments. While the profile is 'highway-focused,' this generally translates to a predictable and efficient travel experience rather than a particularly scenic one, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
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 128.6 miles in.
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 15 significant decision points across 205.7 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 128.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 184.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brook Park, OH and Kettering, OH, road signs point toward Dayton and Cincinnati.
Dayton
Cincinnati
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 205.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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