Origin
Avon, OH
Morning in Avon on Sunday
Local time
8:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avon, OH to Cleveland, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
21.5 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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 35m
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.
Avon, OH
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Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a straightforward day trip within Ohio, the journey from Avon to Cleveland is an efficient choice. Spanning just 21.5 miles, this drive typically takes around 30 minutes, making it highly manageable for any schedule. You will rely primarily on a mix of the Northwest Freeway, I-90, and Detroit Road to navigate the Midwest landscape. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel should easily cover the entire trip. Since the drive is short and direct, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you between these two Midwest locations with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Freeway | 16.8 mi | 20m |
| I 90 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Detroit Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Ontario Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Center Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Roadway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rockwell Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Colorado Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northwest Freeway
— 16.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on this road
168 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 611
237 ft
·
16 sec
·
Colorado Avenue
3
Turn left onto SR 254
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Detroit Road
4
Turn left onto SR 83
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Center Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 90 East, SR 2 East: Cleveland
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 90; SR 2
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Northwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 90
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
232 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Roadway
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on US 6; US 20
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 21.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 East, SR 2 East: Cleveland
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 90 East, SR 2 East: Cleveland
8
20 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
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 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario St...
9
20.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
7
21.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
21.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.34 one way
$6.67 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $3.70 | $7.41 |
| premium | $4.91 | $4.16 | $8.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.75 | $9.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Cleveland, OH
Morning in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
8:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Sunny
W 13 mph
11% chance
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
15 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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 86% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into the flow of traffic quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 16.8 miles on the Northwest Freeway. While the path starts with the transition onto major thoroughfares, the character of the road remains consistent and efficient throughout the 30-minute duration. Do not expect winding backroads or technical maneuvers here; instead, anticipate a steady, predictable experience behind the wheel. The transition from the suburban feel of Avon toward the urban center of Cleveland is seamless, thanks to the heavy reliance on interstate infrastructure.
86% 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: 16.8 mi on Northwest Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Northwest Freeway and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 21.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 30m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Cleveland, OH
Full guide →Cleveland is a culturally diverse city on the shores of Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, USA. Recreational, cultural and educational opportunities are abundant throughout Northeast Ohio. You'll find world-class museums, cultural events, professional sports, and amusement parks.
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 30m. Total distance: 21.5 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 (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.8 miles on Northwest Freeway. 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 Cleveland, 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 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. 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 Cleveland, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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