Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 8, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
55 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cleveland, OH
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Hartland, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Cleveland to Hartland is 55 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via I-71 and Route 20/State Route 301, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Ohio, making it a convenient local excursion. The drive is predominantly on highways, offering a straightforward path between these two locations. It's a manageable distance for a single day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Route 20/State Route 301 | 7 mi | 8m |
| State Route 10 | 6 mi | 6m |
| River Street | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Oberlin Elyria Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Kipton East Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Court Road | 2.7 mi | 10m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Hartland, OH.
Start on Frankfort Avenue
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
Turn left onto US 6; US 20; US 42; SR 3
Turn right onto US 6; US 20
Turn right onto US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
Turn slight right
Take the ramp
Merge onto Innerbelt
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto Berea Freeway
Take the exit
Merge onto I 480
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 10
Continue on US 20; SR 301
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Turn straight onto US 20
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Turn left onto SR 60
Turn right onto SR 18
Turn left onto Fitchville River Road
Turn right onto Court Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.5 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 11 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto Berea Freeway toward SR 237 South, I 480 West: Airport, Berea, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 480 West: Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.45 one way
$16.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
| premium | $4.98 | $10.79 | $21.58 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $12.12 | $24.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Cleveland on Monday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
Destination
Night in Hartland on Monday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is mostly highway, with 62% of the drive on freeways like I-71 and the Outerbelt South Freeway. You'll encounter a stretch of 8.6 miles on I-71 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect typical highway driving conditions with a moderate number of exits as you navigate toward your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Outerbelt South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.2 miles (US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
310 ft
Total Descent
20 ft
Highest Point
944 ft
~55 mi in
Elevation Range
290 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cleveland, OH and Hartland, OH, road signs point toward Berea, Toledo and Oberlin.
Berea
Toledo
Oberlin
“The Forest City” · Founded 1796
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.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 55 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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