Origin
Carey, OH
Morning in Carey on Tuesday
Local time
11:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carey, OH to Lakewood, 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
2h 19m
Distance
104.7 mi
168 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
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6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carey, OH
TBD Tuyên
Lakewood, OH
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Trip Overview
Carey, OH to Lakewood, OH is 104.7 miles and takes about 2h 19m via Ohio Turnpike and Northwest Freeway, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive is a straightforward, one-day trip entirely within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, making it an efficient way to travel between these locations. Given its relatively short duration and modest fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely day trip without significant planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.3 miles from Carey, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 31.3 mi | 33m |
| Northwest Freeway | 19.2 mi | 22m |
| SR 18 | 12.8 mi | 18m |
| South County Road 591 | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| US 224 | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| SR 67 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| North Vance Street | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| SR 4 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 31.3 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carey, OH and Lakewood, OH.
1
Start on SR 103; SR 199
70 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Findlay Street
2
Turn right onto US 23; SR 199
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North Vance Street
3
Turn right onto CR 591
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
South County Road 591
4
Continue on Tiffin Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Tiffin Street
5
Continue on CR 591
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
South County Road 591
6
Turn straight onto CR 51
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West County Road 51
7
At end of road, turn left onto SR 53
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 53
8
Turn right onto US 224
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
US 224
9
Turn left onto SR 67
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 67
10
Continue on SR 18
13 mi
·
18 min
·
SR 18
11
Turn right onto US 20; SR 18
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
12
Turn left onto SR 113
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 113
13
Turn left onto SR 4
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 4
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
16
Merge onto I 80; I 90
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ohio Turnpike Connector
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on I 90; SR 2
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Northwest Freeway
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 164
Toward McKinley Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto South Marginal Drive
130 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Marginal Drive
21
Turn left onto McKinley Avenue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
McKinley Avenue
22
Turn right onto Hilliard Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Hilliard Road
23
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
24
Arrive at destination
Franklin Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, one-day drive, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive with ample time to spare, and you can easily complete this trip without needing overnight accommodations. Given the route's focus on the Ohio Turnpike, be aware of potential tolls. It's also a good idea to ensure you have enough fuel before embarking, as the longest stretch without a major town is 31.3 miles on the turnpike. You'll find fuel options readily available at service plazas along the turnpike.
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 52.3 miles from Carey, OH, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.3 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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 1h 19m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakewood, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Carey, 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 Carey, OH
This is one driving day of about 104.7 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Carey, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 31.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.3 miles from Carey, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 103.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CR 591 / South County Road 591
Turn right onto CR 591 / South County Road 591
Navigation decision point
4
15.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
SR 53
At end of road, turn left onto SR 53
Navigation decision point
6
81.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
103 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward McKinley Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 164
Toward McKinley Avenue
5
103.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
McKinley Avenue
Turn left onto McKinley Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.25 one way
$32.50 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $18.03 | $36.07 |
| premium | $4.91 | $20.24 | $40.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.12 | $46.23 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.70
Ohio Turnpike
(33.9 mi)
$1.70
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.03 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.66 | $6.70 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lakewood, OH
Morning in Lakewood on Tuesday
Local time
11:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Venice, OH
52 mi in
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
1 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 19m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the route utilizing major roadways like the Ohio Turnpike and Northwest Freeway. You'll encounter a predominantly fast-paced travel experience, ideal for covering ground efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.3 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a significant period of consistent speed. While the majority is highway, the shift to SR 18 may introduce slightly different road conditions as you approach your destination.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.3 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Northwest Freeway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in near CR 591 / South County Road 591.
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 104.7 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: at 4.3 miles (CR 591 / South County Road 591): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (SR 53): Navigation decision point; at 81.3 miles (I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Lakewood, OH
Full guide →Lakewood is a city next to Cleveland, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
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 2h 19m. Total distance: 104.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.3 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.70 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Lakewood, 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 4.3 miles (CR 591 / South County Road 591): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (SR 53): Navigation decision point; at 81.3 miles (I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lakewood, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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