Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
53 mi
85 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Union City, OH
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If you are planning a quick excursion from Kettering to Union City, you are looking at a straightforward 53-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you can easily head out and return without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $8 on fuel for the round trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. You will travel entirely within the Midwest, transitioning between local streets and state highways. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers a great deal of flexibility for your departure time. Whether you are running errands or just heading out for a change of scenery, this transit provides a practical connection between these two Ohio locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 49 | 22.6 mi | 26m |
| Union Street | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Salem Avenue | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| South Edwin C. Moses Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Broadway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Stewart Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kettering, OH and Union City, OH.
Start on West Stroop Road
Turn left onto SR 48
Continue on SR 48
Turn left onto West Stewart Street
Turn right onto South Edwin C. Moses Boulevard
Continue on West Riverview Avenue
Turn left onto Salem Avenue
Take the exit onto SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 121
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 121
Continue on SR 49; SR 118; SR 502; SR 571
Enter roundabout onto South Broadway
Continue on South Broadway
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 571
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 571
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 571
Turn right onto South State Line Street
Turn right onto SR 47
Arrive at destination
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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Kettering, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 40.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Salem Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto South Broadway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$8.23 one way
$16.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.13 | $18.26 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 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 | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Kettering on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Union City on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Sunny
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.
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing local navigation with more consistent highway travel. You will spend about 43% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 22.6 miles along SR 49. The remainder of the journey utilizes Salem Avenue and Union Street, which shift the pace from faster highway cruising to more controlled local driving. You should be prepared for this transition as you move away from the busier areas near Kettering and head toward the destination. It is a functional drive that requires your attention as the road type changes periodically throughout the hour-long commute.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue.
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 53 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (SR 48 / Far Hills Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (Salem Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (SR 49): 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.
On the drive from Kettering, OH to Union City, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 53 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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