Origin
Doylestown, OH
Late night in Doylestown on Sunday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Doylestown, OH to Lakewood, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
45.9 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Doylestown, OH
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Lakewood, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 45.9 miles from Doylestown, OH to Lakewood, OH, expect a straightforward journey that typically takes about one hour. This is a quintessential Midwest drive that works perfectly as a quick day trip, requiring no overnight stops. With fuel costs estimated at around $7, it is an incredibly budget-friendly route for commuters or weekend travelers. You will primarily navigate via SR 21, the Northwest Freeway, and Akron Road to reach your destination. Because the trip is short and efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around local traffic patterns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 21 | 34.1 mi | 41m |
| Northwest Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Akron Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| Troy Lee James Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Warren Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Gates Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Portage Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 21
— 34.1 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Doylestown, OH and Lakewood, OH.
1
Start on West Marion Street
65 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Marion Street
2
Turn left onto North Portage Street
415 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Portage Street
3
Turn left onto Gates Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Gates Street
4
Turn right onto SR 585
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Akron Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward SR 21 North: Cleveland
6
Merge onto SR 21
34 mi
·
41 min
·
SR 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 161B
Toward I 490, SR 10 East: Toledo, Opportunity Corridor
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 490 West: Toledo
Use the slight left / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 490
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Troy Lee James Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 90
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 165A
Toward Warren Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto Lakewood Heights Boulevard
222 ft
·
7 sec
·
Lakewood Heights Boulevard
13
Turn right onto Warren Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Warren Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
·
11 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
Franklin Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Doylestown, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Portage Street
Turn left onto North Portage Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 585 / Akron Road
Turn right onto SR 585 / Akron Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward I 490, SR 10 East: Toledo, Opportunity Corridor
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 161B
Toward I 490, SR 10 East: Toledo, Opportunity C...
7
37.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 490 West: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / right lanes.
Toward I 490 West: Toledo
7
44.6 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward Warren Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 165A
Toward Warren Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.12 one way
$14.25 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.91 | $15.81 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.87 | $17.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Late night in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 18 mph
94% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
50°F
Macedonia, OH
23 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
25 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 on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This 45.9-mile route is heavily highway-focused, with 85% of your travel time spent on faster thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on SR 21, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 34.1 miles. The road’s personality is defined by consistent speed and efficiency rather than slow-paced local sightseeing. As you progress from the quieter roads near Doylestown onto the Northwest Freeway and eventually toward Lakewood, the driving environment shifts to reflect the increasing density of the region. Expect a steady, functional commute that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly.
85% 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: 34.1 mi on SR 21.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 21 and Northwest Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Portage 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 45.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (North Portage Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (SR 585 / Akron Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 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 Doylestown, OH to Lakewood, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Opportunity Corridor along the way.
Opportunity Corridor
37.3 mi in
|
~46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 45.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.1 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 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: near the start (North Portage Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (SR 585 / Akron Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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