Origin
Kettering, OH
Late night in Kettering on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kettering, OH to Lebanon, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
18.5 mi
30 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kettering, OH
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Lebanon, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the Midwest, the 18.5-mile journey from Kettering to Lebanon is an ideal choice for a single-day trip. You can expect to spend about 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly efficient route for those who prefer to keep their travel time minimal. Budgeting around $3 for fuel makes this an incredibly economical drive for a casual afternoon outing. Because the distance is so manageable, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated planning. The drive stays entirely within Ohio, providing a straightforward transition between these two local communities. Whether you are running errands or just heading out for a change of scenery, this path offers a stress-free experience that fits easily into any busy schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 48 | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Dayton Lebanon Pike | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Silver Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 48
— 10.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Lebanon, OH.
1
Start on West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Stroop Road
2
Turn right onto SR 48
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on SR 48
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on SR 48
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Dayton Lebanon Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on SR 48
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Route 48
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto East Silver Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Silver Street
Use the left lane.
7
Arrive at destination
East Silver Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 18.3 — 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
|
SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue
Turn right onto SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
18.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
East Silver Street
Turn left onto East Silver Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.87 one way
$5.74 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $3.19 | $6.37 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lebanon, OH
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
31m 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?
Expect a mixed-drive experience that transitions through a variety of road types as you head toward Lebanon. You will navigate a path dominated by State Route 48, Far Hills Avenue, and Dayton Lebanon Pike, which account for a 58% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 10.7 miles on State Route 48, giving you a consistent pace before the road shifts character. Because this is not a monotonous interstate grind, you will get a feel for the local landscape while moving between these two points. The road personality balances faster highway segments with more localized driving, ensuring you stay engaged throughout the short 31-minute commute.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.7 mi on State Route 48.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kettering, OH to Lebanon, OH is easy. At 31m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles (East Silver Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,008 ft
768 ft
Total Climb
34 ft
Total Descent
272 ft
Highest Point
1,008 ft
~6.6 mi in
Elevation Range
239 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 18.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.7 miles on State Route 48. 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 (SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles (East Silver Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lebanon, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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