Origin
Sharonville, OH
Morning in Sharonville on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharonville, 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
46m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sharonville, OH
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Kettering, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Sharonville and Kettering, you are looking at a straightforward 36.9-mile trip that typically takes about 46 minutes. Because this is a short, highway-focused drive within the Midwest, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel, making it a very economical route for commuters or weekend visitors. Since the drive is entirely within Ohio, you will stay within the same regional landscape for the duration of your journey. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics, as the short duration offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Expressway | 27 mi | 31m |
| Far Hills Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 675 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| East Sharon Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Reading Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Stroop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Creek Expressway
— 27 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharonville, OH and Kettering, OH.
1
Start on US 42
96 ft
·
9 sec
·
Reading Road
2
Turn left onto East Sharon Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Sharon Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 75
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Mill Creek Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 675
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 675
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Alexandersville Bellbrook Road
9
Turn left onto SR 48
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Far Hills Avenue
10
Turn left onto West Stroop Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Stroop Road
11
Arrive at destination
West Stroop Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Sharonville, 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
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Sharon Road
Turn left onto East Sharon Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Dayton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway
Merge onto I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
28.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 675 North: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward I 675 North: Columbus
7
33.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4A
Toward SR 48 South: Centerville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.73 one way
$11.45 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.36 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Morning in Kettering on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
46m 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 fast-paced experience, as 81% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Mill Creek Expressway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 27 miles. The character of the road is decidedly utilitarian, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal friction. As you transition off the expressway and eventually onto Far Hills Avenue and I-675, the rhythm of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to local navigation. You will find yourself behind the wheel for a quick, efficient transit that feels more like a standard commute than a long-haul road trip.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27 mi on Mill Creek Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mill Creek Expressway and Far Hills Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Sharon Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sharon Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,006 ft
588 ft
Total Climb
787 ft
Total Descent
369 ft
Highest Point
1,006 ft
~36.9 mi in
Elevation Range
418 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Sharonville, OH
Full guide →Founded 1788
Sharonville is a city mostly in Hamilton County in Ohio. A very small portion of the city extends into Butler County.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 36.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27 miles on Mill Creek Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 (East Sharon Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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