Origin
Kettering, OH
Morning in Kettering on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kettering, OH to Tipp City, 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
30m
Distance
20.6 mi
33 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 28m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
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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Tipp City, OH
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Trip Overview
This quick 20.6-mile drive from Kettering to Tipp City, Ohio, is easily manageable in about 30 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with a significant portion on I-75, so expect a straightforward journey. With a fuel cost estimated at just $3, this short hop through the Midwest is very budget-friendly. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, and with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to go directly to your destination or add your own stops along the way. This is a practical option for a quick connection between two Ohio locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 13 mi | 15m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Patterson Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 13 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Tipp City, 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: Toledo
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Merge onto I 75
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 68
Toward SR 571: West Milton, Tipp City
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 571
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
13
Turn right onto South 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
South 4th Street
14
Turn left
112 ft
·
5 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 19.3 — 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...
8
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
19.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward SR 571: West Milton, Tipp City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 68
Toward SR 571: West Milton, Tipp City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.20 one way
$6.39 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $3.55 | $7.10 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.98 | $7.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Tipp City, OH
Morning in Tipp City on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
18 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
30m 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 drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with 63% of the route utilizing major highways like I-75. You'll experience a longest stretch of 13 miles on I-75, offering a consistent pace. The profile is decidedly highway-focused, meaning you'll likely encounter faster speeds and fewer interruptions compared to a local road journey. While the main roads include Far Hills Avenue and South Main Street, the dominant character is set by the interstate, suggesting a drive that prioritizes efficient travel over scenic detours.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Far Hills Avenue. You will hit about 10 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 Effort
6/10
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 20.6 miles you will encounter 10 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,006 ft
735 ft
Total Climb
239 ft
Total Descent
342 ft
Highest Point
1,006 ft
Elevation Range
271 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Tipp City, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
6 mi in
|
~10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 20.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13 miles on I 75. 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 Tipp City, 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 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tipp City, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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