Origin
Marysville, OH
Morning in Marysville on Sunday
Local time
9:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marysville, 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
2h 32m
Distance
120 mi
193 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 22m
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6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 52m
8 PM
2h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marysville, OH
Tom Fisk
Cleveland, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 120-mile drive from Marysville, OH to Cleveland, OH is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 32 minutes. With a highway share of 91%, it's a focused drive best suited for a single day. Your estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $19. The route primarily utilizes SR 21 and I-77, making it a convenient option for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently within the Midwest region. Given its manageable length and highway-centric profile, this trip is ideal for a day excursion with minimal need for an overnight stay.
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
60 miles from Marysville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 21 | 65.2 mi | 1h 23m |
| I 77 | 43.1 mi | 46m |
| South Wooster Avenue | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Brick Church Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Southgate Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| I 70 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| East 14th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Euclid Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 21
— 65.2 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marysville, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on Marysville Road
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Marysville Road
2
Turn straight onto Kings Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Kings Road
3
Turn right onto SR 660
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Brick Church Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto SR 209
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southgate Road
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 70
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 70
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
8
Merge onto I 77
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 77
9
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 250
Exit 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Wooster Avenue
11
Continue on SR 21
65 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
SR 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward East 14th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East 14th Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
16
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft
·
19 sec
·
East 9th Street
18
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the right lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 2.5-hour drive, departing in the morning will allow you to arrive in Cleveland with ample time for your day's activities. With only one stop recommended and a manageable distance, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the 65.2-mile stretch on SR 21, and utilize the service areas along I-77 as needed. The estimated fuel cost of $19 makes this an economical trip, so planning for one fuel stop should suffice. Enjoy the directness of this highway-focused route as you head towards Cleveland.
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 60 miles from Marysville, OH, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.2 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 26 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60 miles or 1h 12m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marysville, 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 Marysville, OH
This is one driving day of about 120 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Marysville, 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 SR 21 for about 65.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60 miles from Marysville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before SR 21 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.2 miles.
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 175 decision points cluster between mile 49.7 and 119.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
49.7 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
US 250
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
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 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
8
118.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m 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
118.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m 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
7
119.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
|
US 6; US 20 / East Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / East Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
119.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
|
US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.62 one way
$37.25 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $20.67 | $41.34 |
| premium | $4.91 | $23.19 | $46.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.49 | $52.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36 | 0 | $12.60 | $5.76 |
| Efficient EV | 30 | 0 | $10.50 | $4.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48 | 0 | $16.80 | $7.68 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
9:31 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
1 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 32m 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...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 99.3
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 120-mile journey, with 91% of the route being on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on SR 21 and I-77, experiencing a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 65.2 miles on SR 21, so be prepared for a sustained period of highway driving. While predominantly high-speed, the inclusion of South Wooster Avenue offers a brief shift before rejoining the main arteries, providing a subtle change in the road's personality. This profile suggests a journey where efficiency is key.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.2 mi on SR 21.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 21 and I 77. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 49.7 miles in near US 250.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 120 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 49.7 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.6 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.
On the drive from Marysville, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Massillon along the way.
Massillon
49.7 mi in
|
~59m
|
via US 250
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 2h 32m. Total distance: 120 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.2 miles on SR 21. 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.
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 49.7 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.6 miles: 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 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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