Origin
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Evening in Cuyahoga Falls on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cuyahoga Falls, OH to Cleveland Heights, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
29.8 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Cleveland Heights, OH
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Trip Overview
Cuyahoga Falls to Cleveland Heights is 29.8 miles and takes about 45m via Akron Expressway and I-271, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a drive that is primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a straightforward journey. It's a convenient route for anyone looking to travel a short distance without significant logistical planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Expressway | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| I 271 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Warrensville Center Road | 4.2 mi | 10m |
| Northfield Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Mayfield Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Aurora Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Broad Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Akron Expressway
— 10.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cuyahoga Falls, OH and Cleveland Heights, OH.
1
Start on 2nd Street
27 ft
·
8 sec
·
2nd Street
2
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
4
Merge onto SR 8; SR 59
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Akron Expressway
5
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 17
Toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
6
Merge onto I 271
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 271
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 25C
Toward SR 8, SR 43: Northfield Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto SR 43
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Aurora Road
10
Turn right onto SR 8; SR 43
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Northfield Road
Use the right lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 8
153 ft
·
6 sec
·
Northfield Road
12
Continue on SR 8
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Northfield Road
13
Turn right onto SR 8; CR 4
4.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Warrensville Center Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 322
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Mayfield Road
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
US 322
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 11.1 and 24.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 17
Toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
8
19.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
8
21.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward SR 8, SR 43: Northfield Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25C
Toward SR 8, SR 43: Northfield Road
5
21.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
SR 8; SR 43 / Northfield Road
Turn right onto SR 8; SR 43 / Northfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
24.5 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
SR 8; CR 4 / Warrensville Center Road
Turn right onto SR 8; CR 4 / Warrensville Center Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.62 one way
$9.25 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.13 | $10.27 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.76 | $11.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Cleveland Heights, OH
Evening in Cleveland Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
45m 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 route is largely highway-focused, with 63% of the drive utilizing major expressways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Akron Expressway and I-271, offering a consistent driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.5 miles on the Akron Expressway. While mainly highway, the transition onto Warrensville Center Road will bring you closer to local traffic as you approach your destination.
63% 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: 10.5 mi on Akron Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Akron Expressway and I 271. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 29.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 19.6 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Cuyahoga Falls, OH to Cleveland Heights, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Cleveland
19.6 mi in
|
~24m
|
via I 480
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 29.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.5 miles on Akron Expressway. 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 Cleveland Heights, 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 11.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 19.6 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Cleveland Heights, 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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