Origin
Hillsboro, OH
Late night in Hillsboro on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillsboro, OH to Kettering, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillsboro, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
Hillsboro, OH to Kettering, OH is 53.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m via South South Street, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a local, turn-heavy experience rather than an open highway cruise. With a short travel time and minimal stops recommended, this route is easily manageable for a single day. It's a straightforward trip for those looking for a direct connection between these two Ohio locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South South Street | 33.8 mi | 46m |
| North West Street | 9.4 mi | 14m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Dayton Lebanon Pike | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| State Route 48 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South South Street
— 33.8 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on US 62; SR 138
27 ft
·
4 sec
·
North High Street
2
Turn right onto US 50; SR 73; SR 124
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto SR 73
9.4 mi
·
14 min
·
North West Street
4
Continue on SR 73
34 mi
·
46 min
·
South South Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto SR 48
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 48
6
Continue on SR 48
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Dayton Lebanon Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on SR 48
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
8
Continue on SR 48; SR 725
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
9
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Stroop Road
10
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 26.7 miles from Hillsboro, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 53.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 73 / North West Street
Turn right onto SR 73 / North West Street
Navigation decision point
4
43.4 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
SR 48 / State Route 48
Turn right onto SR 48 / State Route 48
Navigation decision point
3
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
West Stroop Road
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.29 one way
$16.58 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.32 | $20.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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 Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Centerville, OH
27 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
20 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
1h 18m 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 route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' with only 5% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate primarily through local roads, with South South Street featuring the longest uninterrupted stretch at 33.8 miles. Be prepared for frequent turns and a more engaged driving experience as you traverse these local streets. The drive is unlikely to feel like a monotonous interstate grind, offering instead a more varied, town-to-town feel.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on South South Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hillsboro, OH to Kettering, OH is easy. At 1h 18m with 5% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 73 / North West Street): Navigation decision point; at 43.4 miles (SR 48 / State Route 48): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 53.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on South South Street. 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: near the start (US 50; SR 73; SR 124 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 73 / North West Street): Navigation decision point; at 43.4 miles (SR 48 / State Route 48): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Hopewell Culture National Historical Park. 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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