This 133.7-mile journey from Lakewood, OH to Jerome, OH is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 93% of the drive on major roads like I-71, US 42, and State Route 37 East. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, this drive offers an efficient way to travel within the Midwest region. It’s a practical option for a quick getaway or a direct transfer, with only one recommended stop along the way. You'll spend most of your time on high-speed roadways, making for a straightforward travel experience.
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
66.9 miles from Lakewood, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
109.3 mi
1h 57m
US 42
9.1 mi
12m
State Route 37 East
5.8 mi
7m
Jerome Road
2.9 mi
5m
Warren Road
2.2 mi
5m
Columbus Pike
1 mi
1m
Sunbury Road
0.9 mi
1m
East William Street
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 109.3 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, OH and Jerome, OH.
1
Start on Franklin Boulevard
456 ft·18 sec·Franklin Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Warren Road
2.2 mi·5 min·Warren Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on West 150th Street
0.9 mi·1 min·West 150th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto West 154th Street
489 ft·26 sec·West 154th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 71
0.9 mi·58 sec·I 71
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
108 mi·1 hr 56 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 131Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, DelawareUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto US 36; SR 37
5.8 mi·7 min·State Route 37 East
10
Continue on US 36; SR 37
0.9 mi·1 min·Sunbury Road
11
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
0.9 mi·1 min·East William Street
12
Take the exit onto US 42
0.3 mi·32 sec·US 42
Toward US 23 South, US 42 South
13
Merge onto US 23; US 42
1.0 mi·1 min·Columbus Pike
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 42
8.8 mi·11 min·US 42
15
Turn left onto Jerome Road
2.9 mi·5 min·Jerome Road
16
Arrive at destination
Jerome Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 36 minutes, this 133.7-mile drive offers flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your day, especially since the fuel cost is a modest $21. While the longest stretch on I-71 is over 100 miles, plan your single stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or closer to the transition onto US 42 or State Route 37 East. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, particularly if traveling during peak commuting hours near urban areas along I-71.
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 66.9 miles from Lakewood, OH, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.3 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 29 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.9 miles or 1h 17m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jerome, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, OH
This is one driving day of about 133.7 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Lakewood, 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 109.3 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 120.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.2 mi into trip|~8m in|West 154th Street
Turn right onto West 154th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3.3 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.4 mi into trip|~10m in|I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
112.8 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
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 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
7
120.7 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|US 42
Take the exit onto US 42 toward US 23 South, US 42 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 23 South, US 42 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.75 one way
$41.50 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$23.03
$46.06
premium
$4.91
$25.84
$51.68
diesel
$5.61
$29.52
$59.04
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: 46.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.1
0
$14.04
$6.42
Efficient EV
33.4
0
$11.70
$5.35
EV Truck/SUV
53.5
0
$18.72
$8.56
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Lakewood, OH
Late night
in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 16 mph11% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Jerome, OH
Late night
in Jerome on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
67 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
6 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
2h 36m 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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 18.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a heavily highway-oriented experience on this 133.7-mile route, with 93% of your travel taking place on interstates and major U.S. routes. The majority of your time will be spent on I-71, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 109.3 miles. This means you’ll encounter higher speeds and less frequent turns for an extended period. While primarily a highway drive, the inclusion of US 42 and State Route 37 East may introduce brief segments with different road characteristics as you approach your destination.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.3 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 42. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near West 154th Street.
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 11 significant decision points across 133.7 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 3.2 miles (West 154th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Lakewood, OH to Jerome, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.
Delaware
112.8 mi in|~2h 7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 133.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.3 miles on I 71. 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 Jerome, 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 3.2 miles (West 154th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 71): 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 Jerome, OH before heading back.
