This 213.6-mile journey from Shiloh, OH to Cleveland, OH takes approximately 3 hours and 23 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $32. Given the relatively short duration and the nature of the route, it's perfectly suited for a single day's travel. The drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a familiar landscape as you head toward Cleveland.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106.8 miles from Shiloh, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
138.4 mi
2h 31m
I 70
61.3 mi
1h 6m
I 670
4.3 mi
5m
I 75
2.4 mi
2m
Needmore Road
1.3 mi
2m
Shoup Mill Road
1 mi
1m
Innerbelt
0.9 mi
1m
Ontario Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 138.4 mi, about 2h 31m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 176 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,298 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,798
Quietest
2 AM
~141 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiloh, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on Markey Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Markey Road
2
Turn left onto SR 48
0.1 mi·13 sec·North Main Street
3
Turn left onto Shoup Mill Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Shoup Mill Road
4
Continue on Needmore Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Needmore Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
6
Merge onto I 75
2.4 mi·2 min·I 75
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 61Toward I 70: Indianapolis, ColumbusUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 70 East: ColumbusUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 70
12 mi·13 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
49 mi·53 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi·5 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 71
111 mi·2 hr·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
28 mi·31 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 90
0.9 mi·1 min·Innerbelt
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 171Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario StreetUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·42 sec
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario StreetUse the slight right lane.
20
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.
21
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
232 ft·10 sec·South Roadway
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on US 6; US 20
0.1 mi·28 sec·East Roadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft·20 sec·Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft·6 sec·Frankfort Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this trip is only about 3 hours and 23 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Aiming to leave Shiloh in the morning will allow you to arrive in Cleveland with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this drive without feeling rushed. Keep your fuel tank at least half full, as local roads can sometimes have fewer services than major highways. Pay close attention to your GPS, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of this route means frequent adjustments.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.8 miles from Shiloh, OH, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.4 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 47 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.8 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 15m
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 Shiloh, 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 Shiloh, OH
This is one driving day of about 213.6 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Shiloh, 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 I 71 for about 138.4 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 212.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.2 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
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 61
Toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
7
5.5 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 East: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
8
72 mi into trip|~1h 22m in|North Innerbelt
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
8
212.2 mi into trip|~3h 57m 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
212.4 mi into trip|~3h 58m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.82 one way
$65.64 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$37.02
$74.04
premium
$4.99
$41.94
$83.88
diesel
$4.80
$40.33
$80.66
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.1
0
$22.43
$10.25
Efficient EV
53.4
0
$18.69
$8.54
EV Truck/SUV
85.4
1
$29.90
$13.67
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Shiloh, OH
Late night
in Shiloh on Monday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
NW 6 to 12 mph81% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:13PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:09PM EDT until July 18 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Late night
in Cleveland on Monday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 8 to 16 mph99% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:13PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:09PM EDT until July 18 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
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
4h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
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 191.5
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 14.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 213.6-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating a more intimate path through Ohio. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be determined by the local road network, so keep an eye on your navigation for continuous segments. This profile suggests a driving experience that requires consistent attention to turns and intersections, rather than long periods of cruising.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 138.4 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 213.6 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 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72 miles (North Innerbelt): 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.
Top landmarks
•Rock and Roll Hall of Fame — music museum in Cleveland, Ohio, United States
•Cleveland Museum of Art — art museum in Cleveland, Ohio
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 1m. Total distance: 213.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 138.4 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 30 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 30 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Cleveland, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
