Englewood to Lakewood is 208.3 miles and takes about 3h 54m via I 71, I 70, and I 670, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, connecting two Midwest locations. Most of the trip is on major interstate highways, making for a straightforward and efficient journey. Given its relatively short duration and highway profile, it's a good option for a single-day trip when you want to get to your destination without much fuss.
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
104.1 miles from Englewood, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
130.7 mi
2h 22m
I 70
66.7 mi
1h 12m
I 670
4.3 mi
5m
Warren Road
2.2 mi
5m
South Main Street
1.8 mi
2m
West 150th Street
1 mi
2m
North Innerbelt
0.2 mi
<1m
Franklin Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 130.7 mi, about 2h 22m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 166 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,298 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,798
Quietest
2 AM
~141 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Englewood, OH and Lakewood, OH.
1
Start on US 40; SR 48
1.8 mi·2 min·South Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 70 East: ColumbusUse the left lane.
3
Merge onto I 70
17 mi·19 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
49 mi·53 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi·5 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 71
111 mi·2 hr·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
20 mi·22 min·I 71
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 240Toward West 150th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto West 150th Street
1.0 mi·2 min·West 150th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on Warren Road
2.2 mi·5 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
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 3h 54m drive, consider leaving in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $31, you have flexibility. Plan for a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on the GPS as you approach Lakewood, as the highway exits can become more numerous.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 104.1 miles from Englewood, OH, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 130.7 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 46 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.1 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakewood, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Englewood, 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 Englewood, OH
This is one driving day of about 208.3 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Englewood, 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 I 71 for about 130.7 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 204.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.8 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Columbus
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
7
68.7 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|I 670
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 670 East: Airport
8
73 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|North Innerbelt
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
7
73.6 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
7
204.6 mi into trip|~3h 45m in
Take the exit toward West 150th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 240
Toward West 150th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.01 one way
$64.02 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$36.10
$72.20
premium
$4.99
$40.90
$81.79
diesel
$4.80
$39.33
$78.66
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.5
0
$21.87
$10.00
Efficient EV
52.1
0
$18.23
$8.33
EV Truck/SUV
83.3
1
$29.16
$13.33
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Englewood, OH
Late night
in Englewood on Monday
Local time
3:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Areas Of Smoke
NW 6 to 10 mph57% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 8:18PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 7:42PM EDT until July 18 at 10:45PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Lakewood, OH
Late night
in Lakewood on Monday
Local time
3:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Smoke
NW 9 to 16 mph99% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 8:18PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 7:42PM EDT until July 18 at 10:45PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
84°F
Ashley, OH
104 mi in
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
3h 54m 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.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 14.4
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...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 186.7
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 21.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily on interstates, with 97% of the driving happening on highways. You'll experience a long stretch of 130.7 miles on I 71 without needing to exit. Expect a consistent highway feel for the vast majority of the trip, with a high density of exits and merging traffic as you pass through populated areas.
97% 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: 130.7 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 208.3 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 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,377 ft702 ft
Total Climb
922 ft
Total Descent
1,138 ft
Highest Point
1,377 ft
~119 mi in
Elevation Range
674 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 Englewood, OH to Lakewood, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 54m. Total distance: 208.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 130.7 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 30 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
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. There are 30 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Lakewood, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
