This 106.9-mile drive from Kent, OH to Colerain, OH takes approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-77, US-250, and Cadiz-Harrisville Road, offering a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this highway-focused drive is an efficient option for getting between these two Ohio locations. It's a practical choice for those seeking a direct path without extensive planning, making it ideal for a spontaneous excursion or a planned transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.5 miles from Kent, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
44 mi
50m
US 250
33 mi
43m
Cadiz-Harrisville Road
8.3 mi
12m
I 76
7.2 mi
8m
West Main Street
4.9 mi
7m
Mogadore Road
3.8 mi
7m
West Market Street
2.2 mi
3m
Colerain Road
1.7 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 44 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, OH and Colerain, OH.
1
Start on East Main Street
213 ft·9 sec·East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
0.3 mi·43 sec·Franklin Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Summit Street
243 ft·9 sec·West Summit Street
4
Turn left onto CR 81
3.8 mi·7 min·Mogadore Road
5
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·28 sec·this road
Toward I 76 West: Akron
6
Merge onto I 76
7.2 mi·8 min·I 76
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
8
Merge onto I 77
44 mi·50 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi·10 min·US 250
10
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi·2 min·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
12
Turn left onto US 250
21 mi·30 min·US 250
13
Turn left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Deersville Avenue
14
Continue on US 250; SR 9
2.2 mi·3 min·West Market Street
15
Continue on US 250
8.3 mi·12 min·Cadiz-Harrisville Road
16
Continue on US 250
4.9 mi·7 min·West Main Street
17
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi·2 min·Colerain Road
18
Arrive at destination
US 250
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 2.5 hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart in the morning and arrive well before lunchtime, or head out in the afternoon to avoid peak traffic. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway point or when you switch to US-250. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 44-mile stretch on I-77, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.5 miles from Kent, OH, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44 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 24 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.5 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colerain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kent, 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 Kent, OH
This is one driving day of about 106.9 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Kent, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 44 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 0 and 66 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Depart onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Franklin Avenue
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
12.1 mi into trip|~18m in|I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
65.9 mi into trip|~1h 19m in|US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, N...
6
66 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.59 one way
$33.18 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$18.41
$36.83
premium
$4.91
$20.66
$41.32
diesel
$5.61
$23.60
$47.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.1
0
$11.22
$5.13
Efficient EV
26.7
0
$9.35
$4.28
EV Truck/SUV
42.8
0
$14.97
$6.84
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (65% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Kent, OH
Morning
in Kent on Tuesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Colerain, OH
Morning
in Colerain on Tuesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live 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
21 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 19m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a driving experience that is predominantly highway-focused, with 79% of the route on faster roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 44 miles on I-77, providing a consistent pace. As you transition to US-250 and then Cadiz-Harrisville Road, the character of the drive may shift, offering a change of scenery and driving dynamics. This mix means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and potentially more localized road conditions.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and US 250. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.9 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 (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; near the start (Franklin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Kent, OH to Colerain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
65.9 mi in|~1h 19m|via US 250; SR 800
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 106.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44 miles on I 77. 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 Colerain, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; near the start (Franklin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Colerain, OH before heading back.
