Origin
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Morning in Cuyahoga Falls on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cuyahoga Falls, OH to Richmond 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
32.3 mi
52 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
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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Richmond Heights, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Cuyahoga Falls to Richmond Heights, you are looking at a straightforward 32.3-mile journey across the Ohio landscape. The drive typically takes about 45 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Broad Boulevard, the Akron Expressway, and I-271 North to reach your destination within the Midwest. With fuel costs estimated at just $5, this is an incredibly budget-friendly commute or weekend excursion. Because the distance is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns rather than worrying about long-haul logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Expressway | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| I 271 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Brainard Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Highland Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Bishop Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Broad Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | <0.1 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 Richmond 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 left at fork onto I 271
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
521 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 32
Toward Brainard Road, Cedar Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
475 ft
·
16 sec
Toward Brainard Road North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto CR 28
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Brainard Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Bishop Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bishop Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Highland Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Highland Road
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Highland Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Cuyahoga Falls, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 11.1 and 30.6 — 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
22 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exit...
8
27 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Brainard Road, Cedar Road
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 32
Toward Brainard Road, Cedar Road
8
27.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Brainard Road North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Brainard Road North
6
30.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Highland Road
Turn left onto Highland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.01 one way
$10.03 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.56 | $11.13 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.24 | $12.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Richmond Heights, OH
Morning in Richmond Heights on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
7 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
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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this route. You will navigate a variety of surface streets and expressway segments, requiring you to stay alert through numerous transitions between local roads and I-271 North. Since the highway share is 0%, the experience is defined by navigating through the local infrastructure of the region. There is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, so you should be prepared for a drive that demands consistent attention to turns and changing road conditions. It is a practical, utilitarian path that connects these two Ohio communities through a series of connected local arteries.
76% 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: 10.5 mi on Akron Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Akron Expressway and Outerbelt East Freeway. 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
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 32.3 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 22 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27 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 Richmond Heights, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Brainard Road North along the way.
Brainard Road North
27.1 mi in
|
~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 32.3 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 (76%). 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 Richmond 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 22 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Richmond 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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