Origin
Cleveland, OH
Morning in Cleveland on Tuesday
Local time
8:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, OH to Wooster, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
60.3 mi
97 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
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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Wooster, OH
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Cleveland to Wooster is a straightforward 60.3-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. The drive is primarily highway-focused, allowing you to transition efficiently between the urban landscape of Cleveland and the destination of Wooster. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of pace, this direct route provides a reliable connection without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 43.8 mi | 48m |
| Burbank Road | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| Quinby Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Avon Lake Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Innerbelt | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Ontario Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Front Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Bowman Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 43.8 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Wooster, 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
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn slight right
359 ft
·
14 sec
Toward I 90 West, SR 10 West
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
8
Merge onto Innerbelt
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
Innerbelt
9
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.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
35 mi
·
38 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 204
Toward SR 83: Wooster, Lodi
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto SR 83
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Avon Lake Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Continue on SR 83
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Front Street
15
Continue on SR 83
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Burbank Road
16
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
98 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burbank Road
17
Continue on SR 83
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Burbank Road
18
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
134 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burbank Road
19
Continue on SR 83
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Burbank Road
20
Continue on SR 83
513 ft
·
9 sec
·
Dix Expressway
21
Turn right onto CR 6
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Friendsville Road
22
Continue on Burbank Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Burbank Road
23
Turn right onto Quinby Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Quinby Avenue
24
Turn left onto East Bowman Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Bowman Street
25
Turn left onto College Avenue
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
College Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
College Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 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 45.7 — 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
|
~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.
8
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
6
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
10.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
45.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward SR 83: Wooster, Lodi
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 204
Toward SR 83: Wooster, Lodi
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.36 one way
$18.72 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.39 | $20.77 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.65 | $23.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Wooster, OH
Morning in Wooster on Tuesday
Local time
8:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Hinckley, OH
30 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
17 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 13m 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 trip defined by efficiency, as roughly 73% of your time will be spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your journey on I-71, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 43.8 miles. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you navigate onto Burbank Road and Quinby Avenue to reach your final destination. This transition moves you from the fast-paced flow of major transit corridors into the more localized road network of Wooster. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and direct access over winding scenic detours.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.8 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Burbank Road. 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
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.3 miles you will encounter 18 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.
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 Wooster, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lodi along the way.
Lodi
45.7 mi in
|
~53m
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.
Arriving in Wooster, OH
Full guide →Wooster (the "oo" is pronounced like in "wood") is a city in Wayne County in Northeast Ohio. The city is also the county seat of Wayne County. The population was about 26,000 in 2019.
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 13m. Total distance: 60.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.8 miles on I 71. 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 Wooster, 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 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.
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 Wooster, 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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