Origin
Fairview Park, OH
Morning in Fairview Park on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairview Park, OH to Cleveland, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.6 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairview Park, OH
Noor Rassam
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
This quick 13.6-mile drive from Fairview Park to Cleveland, Ohio, will only take about 22 minutes, making it a perfect short trip. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, it's an economical way to get from the Midwest region of Ohio to its bustling heart. This route is primarily highway-focused, so expect a straightforward journey. Since it's so short, it's definitely a same-day trip; no overnight stay is necessary. This drive is ideal for getting you from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Freeway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| I 90 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West 210th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Hilliard Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ontario Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Westwood Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West 220th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wagar Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northwest Freeway
— 7.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview Park, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on this road
92 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto West 220th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 220th Street
3
Turn right onto Westwood Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Westwood Road
4
Turn left onto West 210th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 210th Street
5
Continue on Wagar Road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Wagar Road
6
Turn right onto Hilliard Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hilliard Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 90 East: Cleveland
8
Merge onto I 90
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Northwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 90
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
232 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Roadway
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 6; US 20
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 10.5 and 13.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
10.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
12.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario 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 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario St...
9
12.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
7
13.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
13.5 mi into trip
|
~22m 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
$2.11 one way
$4.22 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $2.34 | $4.69 |
| premium | $4.91 | $2.63 | $5.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.00 | $6.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Cleveland, OH
Morning in Cleveland on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
18 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
22m 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 highway-focused experience on this trip, with about 65% of the drive utilizing major roadways like the Northwest Freeway and I-90. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.1 miles on the Northwest Freeway, offering a consistent pace. While not a scenic tour, this route provides a direct and efficient path, allowing you to cover the distance quickly. You'll transition from local roads onto these main arteries, making for a smooth progression towards Cleveland.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on Northwest Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Northwest Freeway and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 13.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Fairview Park, OH
Full guide →Founded 1903
Arriving in Cleveland, OH
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 13.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.1 miles on Northwest Freeway. 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 10.5 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Cleveland, 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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