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Trip from Cleveland, OH to Doylestown, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

52m

Distance

40.1 mi

64 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 49m ★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m

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

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

Cleveland, OH

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village in Wayne County, Ohio, United States

Doylestown, OH

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick trip from Cleveland to Doylestown, you are looking at a straightforward 40.1-mile drive through the heart of Ohio. Clocking in at approximately 52 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will spend the vast majority of your time on highways, making this a highly efficient transit rather than a leisurely backroads tour. Budgeting about $6 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your journey. This drive is ideal for those who prioritize speed and simplicity over scenic diversions, as it is designed for direct travel between these two points.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Willow Freeway 26 mi 31m
State Route 21 9.2 mi 11m
SR 585 1.8 mi 2m
Ontario Street 0.8 mi 1m
Gates Street 0.7 mi 1m
Orange Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
SR 10 0.2 mi <1m
West Roadway <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Willow Freeway — 26 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Frankfort Avenue

156 ft · 12 sec · Frankfort Avenue
2

Turn left onto West 3rd Street

339 ft · 16 sec · West 3rd Street
3

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

315 ft · 14 sec · West Superior Avenue
4

Turn right onto US 6; US 20

503 ft · 23 sec · West Roadway
5

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

0.8 mi · 1 min · Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Continue on US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87

0.7 mi · 1 min · Orange Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
7

Take the ramp onto SR 10

0.2 mi · 27 sec · SR 10
Toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron Use the straight lane.
8

Merge onto I 77; SR 10

26 mi · 31 min · Willow Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21

9.2 mi · 11 min · State Route 21
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward SR 585: Wooster Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto SR 585

1.8 mi · 2 min · SR 585
12

Turn left onto Gates Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Gates Street
13

At end of road, turn right onto North Portage Street

415 ft · 13 sec · North Portage Street
14

Turn right onto West Marion Street

65 ft · 2 sec · West Marion Street
15

Arrive at destination

West Marion Street

Where to Stop

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

town in Leicestershire, England, UK

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hinckley, OH

20 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

Wadsworth, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hinckley, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 20 miles from Cleveland, 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 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 3rd Street

Turn left onto West 3rd Street

Navigation decision point

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street

Turn right onto US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | SR 10

Take the ramp onto SR 10 toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron
6
27.9 mi into trip | ~36m in | SR 21 / State Route 21

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21 / State Route 21

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
37.1 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the exit toward SR 585: Wooster

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward SR 585: Wooster

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.22 one way

$12.45 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $6.91 $13.81
premium $4.91 $7.75 $15.50
diesel $5.61 $8.85 $17.71

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12 0 $4.21 $1.92
Efficient EV 10 0 $3.51 $1.60
EV Truck/SUV 16 0 $5.61 $2.57

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (64% 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 19, 2026

Origin

Cleveland, OH

Late night in Cleveland on Tuesday

Local time

5:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Doylestown, OH

Late night in Doylestown on Tuesday

Local time

5:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

65°F

Hinckley, OH

20 mi in

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

19 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

52m 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?

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 93% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the initial portion of your trip covering a solid 26-mile stretch on the Willow Freeway, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you transition onto State Route 21 and eventually SR 585, the road character remains consistent with a primary thoroughfare feel. There are no mandatory stops required to reach your destination, allowing for a steady pace behind the wheel. The drive is functional and utilitarian, prioritizing a seamless connection between your starting point and Doylestown.

93% 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: 26 mi on Willow Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Willow Freeway and State Route 21. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 3rd Street.

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 12 decision points packed into just 40.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (SR 10): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 52m. Total distance: 40.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 26 miles on Willow 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 Doylestown, 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: near the start (West 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (SR 10): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Doylestown, 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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