Origin
Lisbon, OH
Morning in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lisbon, 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 51m
Distance
78.2 mi
126 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lisbon, OH
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Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
Lisbon to Cleveland is 78.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 51 minutes via Cleveland East Liverpool Road and SR 14, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. Expect a mixed drive with about 60% highway, offering a straightforward journey. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.1 miles from Lisbon, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland East Liverpool Road | 19.9 mi | 30m |
| SR 14 | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| State Route 14 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 8.2 mi | 10m |
| SR 45 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Willow Freeway | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Cleveland–East Liverpool Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| East Pidgeon Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Cleveland East Liverpool Road
— 19.9 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on SR 164
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Market Street
2
Continue on SR 45
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 45
3
Turn left onto SR 45
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East Pidgeon Road
4
Turn left onto SR 14
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Benton Road
5
Continue on SR 14
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Cleveland East Liverpool Road
6
Continue on SR 14
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 14
7
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
427 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Route 14
8
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Route 14
9
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 14
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 14
10
Continue on SR 14
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Cleveland–East Liverpool Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on SR 14
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Cleveland East Liverpool Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on SR 14
11 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 14
13
Continue on I 271; I 480
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
14
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.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
16
Take the exit
470 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 20B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 77
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward East 14th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East 14th Street
22
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
23
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft
·
19 sec
·
East 9th Street
25
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the right lane.
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
29
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 78.2-mile journey, leaving Lisbon in the morning is recommended to make the most of your day, especially since it's a single-day trip. With a duration of just over 1 hour and 50 minutes, you likely won't need extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as the estimated cost is around $12. The longest stretch is about 20 miles, so plan for a brief break before or after that if needed. A good tip for this route is to be aware of the transition points between Cleveland East Liverpool Road and SR 14, as these can sometimes involve slight shifts in traffic patterns.
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 39.1 miles from Lisbon, OH, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.9 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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.1 miles or 57m 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 34m
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 Lisbon, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lisbon, OH
This is one driving day of about 78.2 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Lisbon, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Cleveland East Liverpool Road for about 19.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from Lisbon, 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 61.9 and 76.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
61.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m 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
7
70.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
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.
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
8
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m 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
8
76.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m 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
8
76.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m 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
$12.14 one way
$24.27 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.47 | $26.94 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.11 | $30.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.27 | $34.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.21 | $3.75 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.84 | $3.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.95 | $5.00 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Morning in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
5 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 51m 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?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 60% of the route utilizing highways. You'll encounter stretches on Cleveland East Liverpool Road, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 19.9 miles. As you transition to State Route 14 (SR 14), the character of the drive will evolve. While not a purely scenic route, it provides a practical flow, balancing faster highway sections with more local road segments. The overall feel is one of steady progress rather than dramatic landscape changes.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.9 mi on Cleveland East Liverpool Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 61.9 miles in near I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 61.9 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 51m. Total distance: 78.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.9 miles on Cleveland East Liverpool Road. 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 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 61.9 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 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 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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