Trip from Leetonia, OH to Cleveland, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 44m

Distance

85.9 mi

138 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 36m ★

6 AM

1h 44m

8 AM

2h 0m

10 AM

1h 50m

12 PM

1h 48m

3 PM

1h 50m

5 PM

1h 59m

8 PM

1h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Leetonia, OH

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city in and county seat of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Cleveland, OH

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Trip Overview

This 85.9-mile drive from Leetonia, OH, to Cleveland, OH, is a straightforward 1-hour and 44-minute journey that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll be covering ground primarily on I-80 West, also known as the Ohio Turnpike, before transitioning to I-480. With an estimated fuel cost of around $14, this trip is quite budget-friendly. The route stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Given its manageable duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, making it an easy addition to your travel plans.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

43 miles from Leetonia, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ohio Turnpike	31.1 mi	33m
SR 11	16.8 mi	18m
I 480	11.2 mi	13m
Outerbelt South Freeway	8.2 mi	10m
Willow Freeway	5.9 mi	7m
I 80	4.8 mi	6m
Outerbelt East Freeway	2.4 mi	3m
Columbia Street	1.7 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 31.1 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Leetonia, OH and Cleveland, OH.

Start on SR 344

1.7 mi · 3 min · Columbia Street

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Merge onto SR 11

17 mi · 18 min · SR 11

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 41A Toward I 80 West: Cleveland

Merge onto I 80

3.9 mi · 4 min · I 80

Take the exit onto I 80

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 80

Toward I 80 West, I 76 East Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

0.4 mi · 1 min · I 80

Toward I 80 West: Cleveland

Merge onto I 80

31 mi · 33 min · Ohio Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 187 Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 9 sec · this road

Toward I 480 West, SR 14 West: Cleveland Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 480; SR 14

11 mi · 13 min · I 480; SR 14

Continue on I 271; I 480

2.4 mi · 3 min · Outerbelt East Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480

7.1 mi · 8 min · Outerbelt South Freeway

Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480

1.1 mi · 1 min · Outerbelt South Freeway

Take the exit

470 ft · 11 sec

Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 20B Toward I 77 North: Cleveland Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 77

5.9 mi · 7 min · Willow Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec

Exit 162B Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Toward East 14th Street Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto East 14th Street

0.1 mi · 9 sec · East 14th Street

Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street

0.3 mi · 28 sec · East 14th Street

Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Prospect Avenue East

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn right onto East 9th Street

523 ft · 19 sec · East 9th Street

Turn left onto US 20

0.3 mi · 1 min · Euclid Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20

518 ft · 27 sec · East Roadway

Use the right lane.

At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20

513 ft · 20 sec · Rockwell Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue

186 ft · 6 sec · Frankfort Avenue

Arrive at destination

Frankfort Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 85.9-mile drive, departing in the morning is generally best to avoid potential Cleveland traffic. Since the total duration is only 1 hour and 44 minutes, you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. There are no specific stops recommended in the data, so plan for a brief pause if needed, perhaps around the halfway mark. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14; it's always wise to top off before heading into a larger city like Cleveland. The 'turn-heavy' nature means staying alert and following your GPS closely will be key to a smooth arrival.

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 43 miles from Leetonia, OH, or about 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.1 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 19 miles or 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 43 miles or 50m 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 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Leetonia, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Leetonia, OH

This is one driving day of about 85.9 miles and 1h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Leetonia, OH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 31.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Portage County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Streetsboro, OH

43 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

Austintown, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Newton Falls, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43 miles from Leetonia, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Dolphin Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Oakwood, Ohio

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 67.5

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+14402525381

Visit website

Thano's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Canfield, Ohio

1.5 mi

Imperial Garden Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Youngstown, Ohio

1.5 mi

Dolphin Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 67.5

Oakwood, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+14402525381

Visit website

Thano's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.3

Canfield, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13307020300

Visit website

Imperial Garden Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.3

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13307293833

Visit website

Dolphin Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 67.5

Bedford, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+14407860325

CHC Restaurant & Pizza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 24.5

North Jackson, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13305387480

Giangelo's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant & Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.3

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+13307264442

Visit website

AngeNettas Cafe Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.3

Canfield, Ohio

Hours: 12–8 pm

+13305336090

Visit website

Gabe's Family Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.8

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12167414466

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 61.4

Twinsburg, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVXY Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 18.4

Youngstown, Ohio

+18554382474

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 61.4

Twinsburg, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 55.2

Streetsboro, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 18.4

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

ViaLynk Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 24.5

North Jackson, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 18.4

Girard, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 18.4

Girard, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Fountain of Eternal Life

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 85.9

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 85.9

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12167211600

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 55.2 and 84.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

55.2 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 187 Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro

69.6 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland

77.8 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 77 North: Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 20B Toward I 77 North: Cleveland

84.4 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Take the exit toward East 22nd Street, East 14th 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 162B Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street

84.5 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Keep slight left at fork toward East 14th Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward East 14th Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.33 one way

$26.66 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$14.80	$29.59
premium	$4.91	$16.60	$33.20
diesel	$5.61	$18.97	$37.93

Estimated Tolls: $1.55

Ohio Turnpike (31.1 mi) $1.55

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.8	$9.02	$4.12
Efficient EV	21.5	$7.52	$3.44
EV Truck/SUV	34.4	$12.03	$5.50

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (67% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Leetonia, OH

Morning in Leetonia on Sunday

Local time

10:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cleveland, OH

Morning in Cleveland on Sunday

Local time

10:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Showers And Thunderstorms then Areas Of Fog

NW 3 to 7 mph 86% chance 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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 44m 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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 65.2

Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 85.9-mile trip, despite using major highways like I-80 West and I-480. While the highway share is 0%, the route incorporates sections of the Ohio Turnpike, which can feel like a continuous stretch. The profile suggests you'll encounter numerous turns and changes in road type as you navigate from the local roads of Leetonia towards the urban arteries of Cleveland. This isn't a monotonous interstate grind; rather, it requires your attention as you transition between different road systems, making the 1 hour and 44-minute duration feel engaged.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 31.1 mi on Ohio Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and SR 11. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 55.2 miles in.

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 85.9 miles you will encounter 23 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 55.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.6 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77.8 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.

On the drive from Leetonia, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Streetsboro along the way.

Streetsboro

55.2 mi in | ~1h 3m

About the Cities

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 1h 44m. Total distance: 85.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 31.1 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.55 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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.

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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Leetonia, OH to Cleveland, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Dolphin Restaurant

Dolphin Restaurant

Thano's Family Restaurant

Imperial Garden Restaurant

Dolphin Family Restaurant

CHC Restaurant & Pizza

Giangelo's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant & Bar

AngeNettas Cafe Restaurant

Gabe's Family Restaurant

Tesla Supercharger

EVXY Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ViaLynk Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Fountain of Eternal Life

Kringle's Inventionasium Experience (Cleveland)

Wendy Park

Perplexity Games Escape Room - Cleveland

Buckland Museum of Witchcraft & Magick

Dunham Tavern Museum & Gardens

Nature Center At Shaker Lakes

Cleveland Botanical Garden

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Leetonia, OH

Cleveland, OH

Same local time

19 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 44m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Cleveland, OH

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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