Origin
Cleveland, OH
Afternoon in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, OH to Kinsman, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
125.2 mi
201 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
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6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m
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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Kinsman, OH
Vladislav Nahorny
Trip Overview
Cleveland to Kinsman is 125.2 miles and takes about 2h 49m via US 250 and State Route 21, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. Expect a relatively quick trip with minimal fuss, making it a solid choice for a single-day journey. It's a straightforward drive that gets you where you need to go efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.6 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 250 | 42.6 mi | 54m |
| State Route 21 | 28.7 mi | 35m |
| Willow Freeway | 26 mi | 31m |
| US 62 | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| Cadiz-New Athens Road | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Fairpoint New Athens Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Fairpoint Maynard Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Saint Clairsville-New Athens Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 250
— 42.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Kinsman, OH.
1
Start on Frankfort Avenue
156 ft
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12 sec
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Frankfort Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
339 ft
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16 sec
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West 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto US 6; US 20; US 42; SR 3
315 ft
·
14 sec
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West Superior Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 6; US 20
503 ft
·
23 sec
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West Roadway
5
Turn right onto US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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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
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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
29 mi
·
35 min
·
State Route 21
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Turn straight onto US 62; SR 21
9.8 mi
·
15 min
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US 62; SR 21
11
Continue on US 250
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 250
12
Take the exit onto US 250
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 250
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
US 250
14
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
16
Turn left onto US 250
21 mi
·
30 min
·
US 250
17
Turn left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Deersville Avenue
18
Continue on US 250; SR 9
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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West Market Street
19
Turn right onto SR 9
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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South Main Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto SR 9
75 ft
·
1 sec
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South Street
21
Turn right onto SR 9
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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Saint Clair Avenue
22
Continue on SR 9
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Cadiz-New Athens Road
23
Continue on SR 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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North Main Street
24
Continue on SR 9
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Clairsville-New Athens Road
25
Continue on SR 9
3.7 mi
·
5 min
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Fairpoint New Athens Road
26
Continue on SR 9
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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Main Street
27
Turn left onto Fairpoint Maynard Road
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairpoint Maynard Road
28
Turn left onto Kinsman Road
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Kinsman Road
29
Arrive at destination
Kinsman Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 49m duration, this is easily a one-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Cleveland in the morning will get you to Kinsman with plenty of daylight to spare. With a longest stretch of 42.6 miles, you won't need to worry too much about frequent fuel stops, but it's always wise to keep an eye on your gauge, especially since the estimated fuel cost is $19. Consider taking a short break around the halfway point to stretch your legs.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.6 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.6 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 28 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.6 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kinsman, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, OH
This is one driving day of about 125.2 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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 US 250 for about 42.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.6 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 86 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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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
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~4m in
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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
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~36m in
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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.
7
69.4 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
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US 250
Take the exit onto US 250
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
86 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.43 one way
$38.86 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $21.56 | $43.13 |
| premium | $4.91 | $24.20 | $48.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.64 | $55.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.15 | $6.01 |
| Efficient EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.96 | $5.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.53 | $8.01 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Kinsman, OH
Afternoon in Kinsman on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Dover, OH
63 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
2 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 49m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
3 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 17.3
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 86% of the journey on faster roads. You'll encounter US 250 and Willow Freeway as primary arteries, offering a consistent pace for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 42.6 miles on US 250, so settle in for a solid period of cruising. While largely highway-focused, you may experience some changes in road type as you transition between main routes, but the overall character remains geared towards efficient travel.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.6 mi on US 250.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 250 and State Route 21. 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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 125.2 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 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; at 27.9 miles (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Cleveland, OH to Kinsman, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
85.9 mi in
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~1h 49m
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via US 250; SR 800
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 2h 49m. Total distance: 125.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.6 miles on US 250. 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 Kinsman, 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.
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 1.7 miles (SR 10): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.9 miles (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Kinsman, 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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