Trip from Cleveland, OH to Beaver, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 25m

Distance

220 mi

354 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 12m ★

6 AM

4h 26m

8 AM

4h 52m

10 AM

4h 35m

12 PM

4h 32m

3 PM

4h 36m

5 PM

4h 51m

8 PM

4h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Cleveland, OH

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Trip Overview

Spanning 220 miles, your journey from Cleveland to Beaver, Ohio, is a straightforward trek that takes approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, as it connects the northern shores of the Midwest to the southern reaches of the state without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget about $33 for fuel to cover the distance, making it a relatively economical excursion. By utilizing a combination of I-71, the Portsmouth-Columbus Road, and US 23, you will navigate through the heart of Ohio. It is a practical drive for those looking to traverse the state efficiently, though you should plan for at least one stop to keep your energy levels up behind the wheel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

110 miles from Cleveland, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	145.9 mi	2h 40m
Portsmouth - Columbus Road	36.5 mi	47m
US 23	14.7 mi	20m
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway	7.3 mi	8m
Bridge Street	5.4 mi	9m
South High Street	2.8 mi	4m
SR 335	2 mi	3m
Jack Nicklaus Freeway	1.1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 145.9 mi, about 2h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Beaver, OH.

Start on Frankfort Avenue

156 ft · 12 sec · Frankfort Avenue

Turn left onto West 3rd Street

339 ft · 16 sec · West 3rd Street

Turn left onto US 6; US 20; US 42; SR 3

315 ft · 14 sec · West Superior Avenue

Turn right onto US 6; US 20

503 ft · 23 sec · West Roadway

Turn right onto US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87

0.5 mi · 1 min · Ontario Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn slight right

359 ft · 14 sec

Toward I 90 West, SR 10 West

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 West

Merge onto Innerbelt

0.6 mi · 45 sec · Innerbelt

Keep slight left at fork onto I 71

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 71

Exit 170B Toward I 71 South: Columbus Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

7.3 mi · 8 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

132 mi · 2 hr 24 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

5.1 mi · 5 min · I 71

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Exit 101 Toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 270 East: Stringtown Road, Grove City Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 270 East Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 270

1.1 mi · 1 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 31 sec

Exit 52 Toward US 23 North, US 23 South: High Street, Circleville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward US 23 South: Circleville

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Merge onto US 23

2.8 mi · 4 min · South High Street

Continue on US 23

37 mi · 47 min · Portsmouth - Columbus Road

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23

15 mi · 20 min · US 23

Turn left onto SR 220

0.1 mi · 18 sec · North Market Street

Turn right onto SR 220

0.1 mi · 17 sec · West 3rd Street

Turn left onto SR 220

5.4 mi · 9 min · Bridge Street

Turn left onto SR 32; SR 124

7.3 mi · 8 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway

Turn left onto SR 335

2.0 mi · 3 min · SR 335

Continue on SR 335; C-57

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto SR 335

85 ft · 1 sec · SR 335

Arrive at destination

SR 335

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 25-minute drive, consider departing early in the morning to avoid potential congestion on the interstate sections. Since you only have one planned stop, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs, especially after completing the longest 145.9-mile stretch on I-71. Keep a close watch on your fuel gauge during this initial leg to ensure you stay within your $33 budget before heading onto the smaller state routes. Because this is a manageable one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions or personal preference. Always double-check your route navigation before shifting from the highway onto the Portsmouth-Columbus Road to ensure you remain on track for your final destination in Beaver.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 110 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 2h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.9 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 48 miles or 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 110 miles or 2h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaver, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Cleveland, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Cleveland, OH

This is one driving day of about 220 miles and 4h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Cleveland, OH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 145.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dublin, OH

110 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

Mansfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cardington, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 110 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 145.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.4

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

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Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

1.1 mi

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Columbus, Ohio

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 141.4

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

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Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

0.9 mi

4th & State

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16142245461

Visit website

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 141.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16148675008

Visit website

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 141.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16146213287

Visit website

The Eagle | Short North

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 141.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 4–10 pm

+16147453397

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 141.4

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Java Central Café and Roaster

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 125.7

Westerville, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+16148390698

Visit website

Fountain of Eternal Life

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 125.7

Westerville, Ohio

+16149016500

Visit website

Buckland Museum of Witchcraft & Magick

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Closed

+17187096643

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 26

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 150.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 71

Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Columbus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 170B Toward I 71 South: Columbus

147.8 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in

Take the exit toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City

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 101 Toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City

148.1 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 East: Stringtown Road, Grove City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 270 East: Stringtown Road, Grove City

148.3 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 270 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 270 East

150.1 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward US 23 North, US 23 South: High Street, Circleville

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 52 Toward US 23 North, US 23 South: High Street, C...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.14 one way

$68.29 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$37.89	$75.79
premium	$4.91	$42.52	$85.04
diesel	$5.61	$48.57	$97.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	66	0	$23.10	$10.56
Efficient EV	55	0	$19.25	$8.80
EV Truck/SUV	88	1	$30.80	$14.08

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Cleveland, OH

Late night in Cleveland on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Beaver, OH

Late night in Beaver on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Dublin, OH

110 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

21 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

4h 25m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 heavily focused on highway travel, with 74% of your journey spent on high-speed corridors. You will kick off with a significant 145.9-mile stretch on I-71, which provides a consistent, high-speed pace for the bulk of your travel. As you transition onto US 23 and the Portsmouth-Columbus Road, the character of the drive shifts from the dense interstate flow to a more varied road experience. Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive that favors efficiency over technical maneuvering. Staying alert during the long interstate segments will be key, as the monotony of the open road can set in before you reach the final, more localized sections of your route.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 145.9 mi on I 71.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Portsmouth - Columbus Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 71.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 220 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 1.9 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Cleveland, OH and Beaver, OH, road signs point toward Grove City and Circleville.

Grove City

147.8 mi in | ~2h 45m

Circleville

150.1 mi in | ~2h 49m

About the Cities

Starting 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 4h 25m. Total distance: 220 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 145.9 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Beaver, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Beaver, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Trip from Cleveland, OH to Beaver, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

4th & State

Bottoms Up Coffee

4th & State

Haveli Bistro

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

The Eagle | Short North

Buckeye Food Stop

Noodles and Company

Trivs Restaurant and Lounge

Rollz Rice Indian Kitchen

Bottoms Up Coffee

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

Moonbird Coffee Co.

Java Central Café and Roaster

Fountain of Eternal Life

Kringle's Inventionasium Experience (Cleveland)

Wendy Park

Perplexity Games Escape Room - Cleveland

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

Dunham Tavern Museum & Gardens

Millstone Creek Park

Buckland Museum of Witchcraft & Magick

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Cleveland, OH

Beaver, OH

Same local time

21 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 25m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Cleveland, OH

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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