This 99.2-mile journey from Barberton, OH to Colerain, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 9 minutes. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $15, this route is an excellent candidate for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on major highways, making for efficient travel through the Midwest. The route's profile suggests a largely unimpeded drive, ideal for those looking for a practical way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.6 miles from Barberton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
41.5 mi
47m
US 250
33 mi
43m
Cadiz-Harrisville Road
8.3 mi
12m
West Main Street
4.9 mi
7m
I 277
3.6 mi
4m
West Market Street
2.2 mi
3m
Colerain Road
1.7 mi
2m
Wooster Road North
1.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 41.5 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barberton, OH and Colerain, OH.
1
Start on this road
162 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left
128 ft·11 sec
3
Turn right onto Wooster Road North
1.5 mi·3 min·Wooster Road North
4
Turn left onto West State Street
0.6 mi·1 min·West State Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
250 ft·6 sec
Toward I 76 East, US 224 East
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 76 East, US 224Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 76; US 224
0.5 mi·41 sec·I 76; US 224
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 277; US 224
3.6 mi·4 min·I 277; US 224
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 4AToward I 77 South: CantonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 77
42 mi·47 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi·10 min·US 250
12
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi·2 min·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
14
Turn left onto US 250
21 mi·30 min·US 250
15
Turn left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Deersville Avenue
16
Continue on US 250; SR 9
2.2 mi·3 min·West Market Street
17
Continue on US 250
8.3 mi·12 min·Cadiz-Harrisville Road
18
Continue on US 250
4.9 mi·7 min·West Main Street
19
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi·2 min·Colerain Road
20
Arrive at destination
US 250
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over two hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart in the morning and still have most of the day at your destination, or leave later in the afternoon to arrive in Colerain by early evening. With no specific stops recommended, you can tailor your breaks to your own needs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without potential exits is 41.5 miles on I-77, so ensure you're topped up before heading into that segment.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.6 miles from Barberton, OH, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.6 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barberton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barberton, OH
This is one driving day of about 99.2 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Barberton, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 41.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 58.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.5 mi into trip|~3m in|West State Street
Turn left onto West State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
2.2 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East, US 224
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East, US 224
6
2.9 mi into trip|~6m in|I 277; US 224
Keep slight left at fork onto I 277; US 224
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.5 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South: Canton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4A
Toward I 77 South: Canton
6
58.4 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.40 one way
$30.79 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$17.09
$34.17
premium
$4.91
$19.17
$38.34
diesel
$5.61
$21.90
$43.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.8
0
$10.42
$4.76
Efficient EV
24.8
0
$8.68
$3.97
EV Truck/SUV
39.7
0
$13.89
$6.35
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Barberton, OH
Late night
in Barberton on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Colerain, OH
Late night
in Colerain on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 9 to 18 mph84% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
23 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
2h 9m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 3.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 79% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-77 and US-250. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 41.5 miles on I-77, offering a period of consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While primarily a highway drive, the inclusion of Cadiz-Harrisville Road suggests a transition to more local or county roads as you approach your destination. This mix means you'll experience both the efficiency of interstate travel and the character of secondary roads.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.5 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and US 250. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near West State Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 99.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (West State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles (I 277; US 224): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Barberton, OH to Colerain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
58.3 mi in|~1h 9m|via US 250; SR 800
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 99.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.5 miles on I 77. 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 Colerain, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (West State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles (I 277; US 224): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Colerain, OH before heading back.
