Traveling from Goshen to Cuyahoga Falls covers 217.6 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 18 minutes. Since this journey is straightforward and efficient, you can easily complete it as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-71, I-76, and US-22 to navigate across the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, the trip is quite budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of pace, this route offers a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Ohio locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108.8 miles from Goshen, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
162.3 mi
2h 57m
I 76
20.3 mi
24m
US 22
10 mi
14m
SR 132
6.7 mi
11m
Akron Expressway
4.7 mi
6m
SR 380
3.5 mi
6m
SR 123
3 mi
5m
Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 162.3 mi, about 2h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
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Start on Mulberry Street
110 ft·10 sec·Mulberry Street
2
Turn left onto Goshen Road
516 ft·20 sec·Goshen Road
3
Turn left onto SR 28; SR 132
1.2 mi·2 min·SR 28; SR 132
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto SR 132
6.7 mi·11 min·SR 132
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto SR 123
3.0 mi·5 min·SR 123
6
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
10.0 mi·14 min·US 22; SR 3
7
Turn left onto SR 380
3.5 mi·6 min·SR 380
8
Turn left onto SR 73
0.2 mi·20 sec·State Route 73
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
10
Merge onto I 71
61 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi·45 sec·I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, WheelingUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 70; I 71
1.3 mi·1 min·South Innerbelt
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
1.0 mi·1 min·I 71
Exit 101AToward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
100 mi·1 hr 49 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 209A-BToward I 76, US 224: Lodi, AkronUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 209AToward I 76, US 224 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi·20 min·I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi·2 min·Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi·1 min·I 76
Toward I 76 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
1.8 mi·2 min·I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
22
Merge onto SR 8
4.7 mi·6 min·Akron Expressway
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 5AToward Broad BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi·31 sec·Broad Boulevard
25
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft·2 sec·2nd Street
26
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 18-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route is dominated by interstates, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that long 162.3-mile stretch on I-71, as services can be spaced out. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid peak congestion on the busier highway sections. Flexibility is a major advantage here; because the duration is manageable, you have plenty of room to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Prioritize checking real-time traffic alerts for the I-71 corridor before you pull out of your driveway to ensure a smooth transition onto the main roads.
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 108.8 miles from Goshen, OH, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 162.3 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 48 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 2h 14m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cuyahoga Falls, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Goshen, 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 Goshen, OH
This is one driving day of about 217.6 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Goshen, 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 162.3 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 85.5 and 208.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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85.5 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
8
87.2 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
188.5 mi into trip|~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
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 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
9
188.8 mi into trip|~3h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
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208.8 mi into trip|~4h 5m in|I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Akron
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.77 one way
$67.54 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$37.48
$74.96
premium
$4.91
$42.06
$84.11
diesel
$5.61
$48.04
$96.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.3
0
$22.85
$10.44
Efficient EV
54.4
0
$19.04
$8.70
EV Truck/SUV
87
1
$30.46
$13.93
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Goshen, OH
Late night
in Goshen on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
E 6 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Late night
in Cuyahoga Falls on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 6 mph3% chanceLive forecast
73°F
Dublin, OH
109 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
10 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
4h 18m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 217.6
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 98% of this route is highway-focused. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel on I-71, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 162.3 miles. Because you are primarily on major interstates, the drive is consistent and predictable rather than winding or technical. You can settle into a steady rhythm on the highway, making it an ideal path if you prefer to cover distance quickly. Transitioning between these major arteries keeps the drive feeling streamlined from start to finish.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 162.3 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 85.5 miles in near I 71.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 217.6 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 85.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.2 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,263 ft736 ft
Total Climb
1,059 ft
Total Descent
871 ft
Highest Point
1,263 ft
~136 mi in
Elevation Range
527 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Goshen, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Akron.
Wheeling
85.5 mi in|~1h 47m|via I 71
Akron
188.5 mi in|~3h 40m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 217.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 162.3 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Cuyahoga Falls, 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 85.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.2 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.5 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, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Cuyahoga Falls, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
