This 92.9-mile drive from Palmyra to Cleveland, Ohio, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 47 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, with a fuel cost estimated at $14. The route primarily utilizes interstate highways, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B within the Midwest region. You'll spend most of your time on I-71, offering a direct path to your destination. Given its efficiency, this trip is ideal for those looking for a quick and uncomplicated journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.4 miles from Palmyra, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
79.2 mi
1h 27m
Zolman Road
5.7 mi
6m
Riverside Drive
5.3 mi
7m
Innerbelt
0.9 mi
1m
Ontario Street
0.7 mi
1m
East Roadway
0.1 mi
<1m
Rockwell Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Gregg Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 79.2 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmyra, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on Gregg Road
311 ft·15 sec·Gregg Road
2
Turn right onto SR 13
5.7 mi·6 min·Zolman Road
3
Continue on SR 13; SR 97
5.3 mi·7 min·Riverside Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 169Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 71
52 mi·55 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
28 mi·31 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 90
0.9 mi·1 min·Innerbelt
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 171Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario StreetUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·42 sec
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario StreetUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.7 mi·1 min·Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
232 ft·10 sec·South Roadway
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on US 6; US 20
0.1 mi·28 sec·East Roadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft·20 sec·Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft·6 sec·Frankfort Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
This 1 hour and 47-minute trip is short enough to offer flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you approach Cleveland. With no designated stops on this route, you can easily add brief breaks as needed, especially during the longest 79.2-mile stretch on I-71. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and plan for any necessary refueling before you begin or at a service area along I-71. The direct nature of this drive means you can be quite spontaneous with your schedule.
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 46.4 miles from Palmyra, OH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.2 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.4 miles or 52m 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
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Open the route before leaving Palmyra, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Palmyra, OH
This is one driving day of about 92.9 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Palmyra, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 79.2 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 11 and 92.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
11 mi into trip|~14m in
Turn left toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 169
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
91.4 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario 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 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario St...
9
91.7 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
7
92.6 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
92.7 mi into trip|~1h 46m 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
$14.42 one way
$28.84 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$16.00
$32.00
premium
$4.91
$17.95
$35.91
diesel
$5.61
$20.51
$41.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.75
$4.46
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.13
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.01
$5.95
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 20, 2026
Origin
Palmyra, OH
Late night
in Palmyra on Tuesday
Local time
5:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Late night
in Cleveland on Tuesday
Local time
5:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Ashland, OH
46 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
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
1h 47m 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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 67.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 92.9-mile journey, with 85% of the drive on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 79.2 miles, predominantly on I-71. This means you'll be on a consistent, fast-paced route for a significant portion of your travel. While Zolman Road and Riverside Drive offer brief deviations, the core character of this drive is its interstate nature, providing a predictable and efficient transit.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.2 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Zolman Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 11 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 91.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 92.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.2 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 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 11 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 91.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
