Dennison, OH to Cleveland, OH is 88 miles and takes about 1 hour 53 minutes via SR 21, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. Expect a drive that's largely highway-focused, making it a straightforward option for a quick journey. The relatively short duration means you can easily complete this route in a single day, leaving plenty of time for whatever awaits you in Cleveland.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44 miles from Dennison, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 21
65.2 mi
1h 23m
North Water Street
17 mi
19m
South Wooster Avenue
3.2 mi
3m
East 3rd Street
0.4 mi
<1m
East 14th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Euclid Avenue
0.3 mi
1m
US 250
0.3 mi
<1m
Center Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
SR 21
— 65.2 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dennison, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on this road
85 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto North 3rd Street
494 ft·23 sec·North 3rd Street
3
Turn right onto Center Street
0.3 mi·29 sec·Center Street
4
Continue on East 3rd Street
0.4 mi·46 sec·East 3rd Street
5
Turn right onto North Water Street
17 mi·19 min·North Water Street
6
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250
Exit 87Toward US 250: Strasburg, MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi·3 min·South Wooster Avenue
8
Continue on SR 21
65 mi·1 hr 23 min·SR 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 162BToward East 22nd Street, East 14th StreetUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward East 14th StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi·9 sec·East 14th Street
12
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi·28 sec·East 14th Street
13
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi·41 sec·Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft·19 sec·East 9th Street
15
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi·1 min·Euclid Avenue
16
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft·27 sec·East Roadway
Use the right lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft·20 sec·Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft·6 sec·Frankfort Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour 53 minute drive time, this route offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart Dennison at your leisure, perhaps after a relaxed breakfast. With only 88 miles, there's no need to rush; you can easily make this a single-day trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and while there are no designated stops in the data, you'll pass through towns along SR 21 where services are likely available if needed.
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 44 miles from Dennison, OH, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.2 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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 54m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dennison, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dennison, OH
This is one driving day of about 88 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Dennison, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 21 for about 65.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 17.8 and 87.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
17.8 mi into trip|~20m in|US 250
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
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 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
8
86.5 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
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 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
8
86.6 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward East 14th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward East 14th Street
7
87.8 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|US 6; US 20 / East Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / East Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
87.8 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.66 one way
$27.31 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$15.16
$30.31
premium
$4.91
$17.01
$34.02
diesel
$5.61
$19.43
$38.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.4
0
$9.24
$4.22
Efficient EV
22
0
$7.70
$3.52
EV Truck/SUV
35.2
0
$12.32
$5.63
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Dennison, OH
Afternoon
in Dennison on Sunday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Afternoon
in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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 53m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 74% of the route utilizing higher-speed roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 65.2 miles on SR 21, which forms the backbone of this journey. While much of the drive will feel like typical highway travel, you'll also navigate sections on North Water Street and South Wooster Avenue as you enter and exit towns. The overall profile suggests a consistent pace for most of the 88 miles.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.2 mi on SR 21.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 21 and North Water Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.8 miles in near US 250.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88 miles you will encounter 14 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 17.8 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.6 miles: 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.
On the drive from Dennison, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Massillon along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 88 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.2 miles on SR 21. 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, 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 17.8 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.6 miles: 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 Cleveland, OH before heading back.
