Origin
Clarksfield, OH
Late night in Clarksfield on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksfield, 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
1h 8m
Distance
49.6 mi
80 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksfield, OH
Hector Portillo
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Clarksfield and Cleveland, this 49.6-mile journey is a highly efficient option. You can comfortably complete the drive in about 1 hour and 8 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Budgeting roughly $7 for fuel will cover your transit across the Midwest landscape. Since the route relies heavily on major arteries like State Route 10, Route 20, and I-71, you will spend most of your time on high-speed roads. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that requires no overnight stops, allowing you to reach your destination quickly and reliably.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 10 | 14 mi | 16m |
| Route 20 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| I 71 | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| SR 60 | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Oberlin Elyria Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Kipton East Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Oberlin-Norwalk Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| Innerbelt | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 10
— 14 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksfield, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on Zenobia Road
354 ft
·
11 sec
·
Zenobia Road
2
Turn left onto SR 60
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 60
3
Turn right onto US 20; SR 60
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
East Main Street
4
Continue on US 20
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 20
5
Continue on US 20
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Oberlin-Norwalk Road
6
Turn slight right
423 ft
·
7 sec
7
Turn straight onto US 20
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Kipton East Road
8
Continue on US 20
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Oberlin Elyria Road
9
Continue on US 20
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Route 20
10
Continue on SR 10
14 mi
·
16 min
·
State Route 10
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 11
Toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Berea Freeway
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Berea Freeway
14
Merge onto I 71
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 90
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Innerbelt
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
18
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.
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
232 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Roadway
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on US 6; US 20
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Clarksfield, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 37.3 and 49.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
37.3 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus
7
37.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
48.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
48.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.70 one way
$15.40 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.54 | $17.09 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.59 | $19.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Late night in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 8 to 12 mph
65% 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
8 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
1h 8m 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 75% of your time spent on faster thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of road types, starting with a 14-mile stretch on State Route 10, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. As you transition between State Route 10, Route 20, and I-71, the road character shifts from regional highway driving to the more structured environment of an interstate approach. Expect a steady, functional experience behind the wheel rather than a winding backroad adventure. The route provides a consistent pace that keeps you moving toward the city without unnecessary complexity.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14 mi on State Route 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 10 and Route 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Clarksfield, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.
Columbus
37.3 mi in
|
~49m
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 1h 8m. Total distance: 49.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14 miles on State Route 10. 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 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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