Origin
Crestline, OH
Morning in Crestline on Tuesday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crestline, OH to Lakewood, 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 42m
Distance
85 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crestline, OH
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Lakewood, OH
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Trip Overview
Crestline to Lakewood is 85 miles and takes about 1 hour 42 minutes via I 71 and US 30, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. The drive is mostly highway, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. If you're looking for a quick connection between these two Ohio locations, this route offers a practical and timely option. It's a good choice for a day trip or an easy leg of a larger road trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.5 miles from Crestline, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 63.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 30 | 12.8 mi | 15m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Warren Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| West 150th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crestline, OH and Lakewood, OH.
1
Start on North Seltzer Street
73 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Seltzer Street
2
Turn right onto SR 181
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on Lincoln Highway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Highway
4
Continue on West 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West 4th Street
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 30 East: Mansfield
6
Merge onto US 30
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 176
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
Merge onto I 71
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
20 mi
·
22 min
·
I 71
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 240
Toward West 150th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto West 150th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 150th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on Warren Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Warren Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
·
11 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
Franklin Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 42 minutes, you can depart anytime that suits your schedule. With only 85 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $13, you won't need to worry extensively about frequent fuel stops. The longest stretch on I 71 is over 63 miles, so plan for any necessary breaks before or after that segment. Since this is a single-day trip, flexibility is key; consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time at your destination in Lakewood.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.5 miles from Crestline, OH, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.5 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakewood, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Crestline, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crestline, OH
This is one driving day of about 85 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Crestline, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 63.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from Crestline, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.1 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 84.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 30
Merge onto US 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
17.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 176
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
5
18.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 71
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
81.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward West 150th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 240
Toward West 150th Street
5
84.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
Franklin Boulevard
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.19 one way
$26.38 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| premium | $4.91 | $16.43 | $32.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.77 | $37.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
| Efficient EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34 | 0 | $11.90 | $5.44 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Lakewood, OH
Morning in Lakewood on Tuesday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Ashland, OH
43 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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 42m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 71 and US 30. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 63.1 miles on I 71, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the journey. Expect a driving profile that leans towards efficiency rather than winding backroads. The character of the road is largely consistent, providing a predictable driving experience as you travel between Crestline and Lakewood.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.1 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near US 30.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 85 miles you will encounter 9 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 4.7 miles (US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.2 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Lakewood, OH
Full guide →Lakewood is a city next to Cleveland, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
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 42m. Total distance: 85 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.1 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 Lakewood, 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 4.7 miles (US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.2 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lakewood, 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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