Origin
Lakewood, OH
Morning in Lakewood on Tuesday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, OH to Louisville, 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
1h 33m
Distance
71.3 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakewood, OH
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Louisville, OH
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Trip Overview
Lakewood to Louisville is 71.3 miles and takes about 1h 33m via I 77, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward drive that mostly utilizes interstate highways, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a simple transition between these two points. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, so expect a direct path with minimal fuss. This route is well-suited for a same-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time left in your day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.6 miles from Lakewood, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 26.6 mi | 32m |
| Willow Freeway | 25 mi | 30m |
| Northwest Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| I 76 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Troy Lee James Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Malone Parkway Northwest | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| California Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 26.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, OH and Louisville, OH.
1
Start on Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
·
18 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Warren Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Warren Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto South Marginal Drive
302 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Marginal Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 90 East: Cleveland
5
Merge onto I 90
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 490
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Troy Lee James Highway
Toward To I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
432 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 77: Downtown, Akron
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 77 South: Akron
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 77
25 mi
·
30 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 77
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto I 77
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 77
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 107B
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on US 62
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Malone Parkway Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
17
Continue on US 62
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
18
Turn right onto California Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
California Avenue
19
Turn left onto SR 153
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
20
Turn right onto SR 44
120 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Chapel Street
21
Arrive at destination
SR 44
Trip Plan
Given this is a short, 1-day drive of just over an hour and a half, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Lakewood in the morning means you'll arrive in Louisville with plenty of daylight remaining. The fuel cost is estimated at $11, so ensure your tank is topped up before you leave Lakewood, as there are no specific stops recommended on this route. The longest stretch without a potential exit is 26.6 miles on I 77, so if you need to make a quick stop for a restroom break, plan to do so before or after this segment. This short distance makes it easy to adapt your schedule as needed.
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 35.6 miles from Lakewood, OH, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.6 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 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.6 miles or 46m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Louisville, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lakewood, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lakewood, OH
This is one driving day of about 71.3 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Lakewood, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 26.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.6 miles from Lakewood, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 6.2 and 62.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway toward To I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward To I 77
7
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 77: Downtown, 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.
Toward I 77: Downtown, Akron
7
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 77 South: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 77 South: Akron
6
33.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 62 East: Alliance
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 107B
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.07 one way
$22.13 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $12.28 | $24.56 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.78 | $27.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.74 | $31.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Louisville, OH
Morning in Louisville on Tuesday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
19 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
1h 33m 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?
You'll be on the highway for about 84% of this 71.3-mile drive, with the longest stretch covering 26.6 miles on I 77. The majority of your time will be spent on major freeways like I 77, Willow Freeway, and Northwest Freeway. Surface roads will eventually make up the remaining 16% of the route as you get closer to Louisville. Expect a relatively consistent driving experience with frequent exits and entrances common on interstate travel.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.6 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Willow Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in near I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.3 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 6.2 miles (I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lakewood, OH and Louisville, OH, road signs point toward To I 77 and Akron.
To I 77
6.2 mi in
|
~10m
|
via I 490
Akron
8.1 mi in
|
~12m
About the Cities
Starting in Lakewood, OH
Full guide →Lakewood is a city next to Cleveland, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
Arriving in Louisville, OH
Full guide →Louisville is a bedroom community in Stark County, Ohio, with beautiful, well maintained homes and parks. In 2019, it had a population of about 9,400 people.
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 1h 33m. Total distance: 71.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.6 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 Louisville, 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 6.2 miles (I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Louisville, 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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