If you are planning a trip from Dudley to Cleveland, expect a straightforward journey covering 136.3 miles. You should set aside about 2 hours and 47 minutes for this drive, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting roughly $20 for fuel will get you across this Midwest stretch comfortably. Since the trip is relatively short, you can easily handle the transit in one go without needing an overnight stay. Both ends of the journey remain within Ohio, ensuring a consistent regional experience throughout your time on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.1 miles from Dudley, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 21
65.2 mi
1h 23m
I 77
62.2 mi
1h 6m
South Wooster Avenue
3.2 mi
3m
Marietta Road
2.7 mi
4m
McConnelsville Road
0.4 mi
<1m
East 14th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Hunkadora Road
0.3 mi
1m
Euclid Avenue
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 Dudley, OH and Cleveland, OH.
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Start on this road
474 ft·34 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Town Highway 326
464 ft·20 sec·Town Highway 326
3
Turn left onto Pine Lake Road
234 ft·17 sec·Pine Lake Road
4
Turn sharp right onto Hunkadora Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Hunkadora Road
5
Turn left onto SR 821
2.7 mi·4 min·Marietta Road
6
Turn left onto SR 78
0.4 mi·40 sec·McConnelsville Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 77 North
8
Merge onto I 77
62 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250
Exit 87Toward US 250: Strasburg, MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi·3 min·South Wooster Avenue
11
Continue on SR 21
65 mi·1 hr 23 min·SR 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 162BToward East 22nd Street, East 14th StreetUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward East 14th StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi·9 sec·East 14th Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi·28 sec·East 14th Street
16
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi·41 sec·Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft·19 sec·East 9th Street
18
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi·1 min·Euclid Avenue
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft·27 sec·East Roadway
Use the right lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft·20 sec·Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft·6 sec·Frankfort Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive lasts under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 136.3-mile trek and keep your focus sharp behind the wheel. Given the high percentage of highway driving, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-77 to avoid unnecessary detours. Since your longest stretch occurs on SR 21, try to time your drive to avoid peak traffic hours on that specific corridor. This simple approach ensures a smooth, stress-free arrival in Cleveland.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.1 miles from Dudley, OH, or about 1h 18m 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 30 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.1 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 14m
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 Dudley, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dudley, OH
This is one driving day of about 136.3 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Dudley, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 66.1 and 136.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
66.1 mi into trip|~1h 15m 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
134.8 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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
134.9 mi into trip|~2h 44m 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
136.1 mi into trip|~2h 47m 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
136.1 mi into trip|~2h 47m 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
$21.15 one way
$42.31 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$23.48
$46.95
premium
$4.91
$26.34
$52.68
diesel
$5.61
$30.09
$60.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.9
0
$14.31
$6.54
Efficient EV
34.1
0
$11.93
$5.45
EV Truck/SUV
54.5
0
$19.08
$8.72
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Dudley, OH
Morning
in Dudley on Tuesday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 to 9 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Morning
in Cleveland on Tuesday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
SW 12 to 20 mph42% chanceLive 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
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
2h 47m 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.
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 117.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of your travel spent on major roads like SR 21 and I-77. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the road tackling a 65.2-mile stretch on SR 21, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. While you will navigate South Wooster Avenue as part of your route, the experience is largely defined by efficient, high-speed transit. Prepare for a consistent pace that favors directness over winding scenic detours, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 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 I 77. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 66.1 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 is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 136.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 66.1 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,180 ft654 ft
Total Climb
553 ft
Total Descent
689 ft
Highest Point
1,180 ft
~97.3 mi in
Elevation Range
526 ft
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 Dudley, 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 2h 47m. Total distance: 136.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 66.1 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.9 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.
