This 152.9-mile drive from Kettering, OH to Fayette, OH is a manageable 3-hour and 25-minute journey, making it an excellent option for a single-day road trip. You'll primarily be on I-75, with portions of SR 66 and Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road contributing to the route. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, it's an economical trip. This route stays within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward drive across Ohio. It's a practical choice for a quick getaway or a visit to a new area without the need for an overnight stay.
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
76.5 miles from Kettering, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
67.7 mi
1h 13m
SR 66
15 mi
25m
Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road
13.5 mi
18m
SR 108
12.8 mi
19m
North Wilhelm Street
10.1 mi
15m
US 6
7.5 mi
9m
North Defiance Street
5.3 mi
8m
Far Hills Avenue
3.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 67.7 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Fayette, OH.
1
Start on West Stroop Road
52 ft·6 sec·West Stroop Road
2
Turn left onto SR 48
3.4 mi·6 min·Far Hills Avenue
3
Continue on SR 48
1.2 mi·1 min·South Main Street
4
Turn slight right onto SR 48
0.2 mi·27 sec·South Patterson Boulevard
5
Turn left onto SR 48
0.7 mi·1 min·South Jefferson Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48
479 ft·13 sec·East Monument Avenue
7
Turn right onto SR 48
0.4 mi·49 sec·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the ramp
141 ft·3 sec
Toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 75 North: ToledoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Merge onto I 75
68 mi·1 hr 13 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 122Toward SR 65: Lima, UniopolisUse the right lane.
12
Turn left onto SR 65
1.3 mi·2 min·St Johns Road
13
Continue on SR 65
0.6 mi·1 min·St Johns Avenue
14
Turn slight right onto SR 65
0.9 mi·1 min·South Pine Street
15
Turn left onto SR 65; SR 117; SR 309
0.2 mi·17 sec·East Elm Street
16
Turn right onto SR 65
0.4 mi·38 sec·South Central Avenue
17
Turn left onto SR 65; SR 81
0.2 mi·25 sec·East North Street
18
Turn right onto SR 65
0.6 mi·58 sec·North Elizabeth Street
19
Turn left onto SR 65
475 ft·12 sec·West Grand Avenue
20
Turn right onto SR 65
3.1 mi·4 min·North West Street
21
Turn slight right onto SR 65
2.6 mi·3 min·Ottawa Road
22
Continue on SR 65
0.2 mi·13 sec·South Perrysburg Road
23
Continue on SR 65
14 mi·18 min·Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road
24
Continue on SR 15; SR 65; SR 109
0.2 mi·20 sec·North Perry Street
25
Turn left onto SR 15
5.3 mi·8 min·North Defiance Street
26
Turn right onto SR 108
13 mi·19 min·SR 108
27
Turn left onto SR 108
0.2 mi·21 sec·Railway Avenue
28
At end of road, turn right onto SR 108
10 mi·15 min·North Wilhelm Street
29
Turn left onto US 6 Business; SR 108
478 ft·10 sec·West Clinton Street
30
Turn right onto Woodlawn Avenue
1.1 mi·1 min·Woodlawn Avenue
31
Continue on US 6
7.5 mi·9 min·US 6
32
Turn right onto SR 34
1.8 mi·3 min·SR 34
33
Turn right onto SR 66
8.3 mi·14 min·SR 66
34
Turn left onto US 20A; SR 66
0.4 mi·39 sec·US 20A; SR 66
35
Turn straight onto US 20A; SR 66
0.7 mi·1 min·US 20A; SR 66
36
Turn right onto SR 66
6.6 mi·11 min·SR 66
37
Turn right onto US 20
132 ft·2 sec·East Main Street
38
Arrive at destination
US 20
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 25-minute duration, leaving in the morning will allow you to reach Fayette with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in how you pace the drive. Since a significant portion is on I-75, be mindful of potential traffic, especially during peak hours. The $24 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to check current prices. A useful tip for this route: plan your single stop strategically around the halfway point, perhaps near the transition from I-75 to SR 66, to break up the longest stretch effectively.
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 76.5 miles from Kettering, OH, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.7 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 34 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.5 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayette, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kettering, 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 Kettering, OH
This is one driving day of about 152.9 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Kettering, 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 75 for about 67.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 74 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.6 mi into trip|~10m in|SR 48 / North Main Street
Turn right onto SR 48 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
6 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfield
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 North, SR 4 North: Toledo, Springfi...
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6 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
5
6.3 mi into trip|~11m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
74 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward SR 65: Lima, Uniopolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 122
Toward SR 65: Lima, Uniopolis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.73 one way
$47.46 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$26.34
$52.67
premium
$4.91
$29.55
$59.10
diesel
$5.61
$33.76
$67.52
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.9
0
$16.05
$7.34
Efficient EV
38.2
0
$13.38
$6.12
EV Truck/SUV
61.2
0
$21.41
$9.79
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Kettering, OH
Late night
in Kettering on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fayette, OH
Late night
in Fayette on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
3h 25m 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.
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the journey taking place on interstates, predominantly I-75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 67.7 miles on I-75, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. While the majority is on the interstate, the inclusion of SR 66 and Ottawa Road - North Perrysburg Road offers some variation. This profile suggests a relatively efficient drive, prioritizing getting you to your destination smoothly.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.7 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 66. You will hit about 24 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near SR 48 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 152.9 miles you will encounter 24 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 5.6 miles (SR 48 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kettering, OH to Fayette, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Uniopolis along the way.
Uniopolis
74 mi in|~1h 25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 152.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.7 miles on I 75. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (SR 48 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Fayette, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
