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Trip from Springfield, OH to Conneaut, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
245.5 mi
395 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 27m
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6 AM
4h 40m
8 AM
5h 7m
10 AM
4h 50m
12 PM
4h 47m
3 PM
4h 51m
5 PM
5h 6m
8 PM
4h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, OH
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Conneaut, OH
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Trip Overview
Springfield, OH to Conneaut, OH is 245.5 miles and takes about 4h 40m via I-71 and I-90, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, offering a straightforward drive across Ohio. With a recommended one-day duration, it's a practical choice for moving between these two points without needing an overnight stay. The route is primarily highway, making it efficient for covering distance, and the estimated fuel cost suggests a budget-friendly option for many travelers.
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
122.7 miles from Springfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 89.5 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 90 | 51.6 mi | 56m |
| I 271 | 25.4 mi | 28m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 15 mi | 18m |
| Delaware Avenue | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| SR 4 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Mechanicsburg Road | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| State Route 4 | 6.9 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 89.5 mi, about 1h 35m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,959 veh/hr typical · worst 2,601
Quietest
2 AM
~181 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Springfield, OH and Conneaut, OH.
1
Start on South Limestone Street
0.1 mi
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17 sec
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South Limestone Street
2
Turn right onto US 40; SR 4; SR 41
0.7 mi
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1 min
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East Columbia Street
3
Continue on SR 4
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Lagonda Avenue
4
Turn left onto SR 4
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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North Belmont Avenue
5
Turn right onto SR 4
0.1 mi
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9 sec
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Mitchell Boulevard
6
Continue on SR 4
0.6 mi
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57 sec
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Lagonda Avenue
7
Continue on SR 4
7.6 mi
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9 min
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Mechanicsburg Road
8
Continue on SR 4
6.9 mi
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7 min
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State Route 4
9
Continue on SR 4
5.9 mi
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7 min
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West Sandusky Street
10
Turn slight left onto SR 4
9.6 mi
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10 min
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SR 4
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 4
3.7 mi
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4 min
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US 36; SR 4
12
Take the exit onto US 36
0.3 mi
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36 sec
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US 36
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto US 36
14 mi
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16 min
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Delaware Avenue
14
Continue on US 36
2.4 mi
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2 min
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West William Street
15
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Sunbury Road
16
Continue on US 36; SR 37
5.9 mi
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8 min
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State Route 37 East
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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39 sec
18
Merge onto I 71
89 mi
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1 hr 35 min
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I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
25 mi
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28 min
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I 271
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
2.4 mi
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3 min
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Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
13 mi
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15 min
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Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Continue on I 271
52 mi
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56 min
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I 90
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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54 sec
Exit 241
Toward SR 7: Conneaut, Andover
24
Turn left onto SR 7
1.8 mi
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2 min
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State Route 7
25
Continue on SR 7
0.3 mi
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28 sec
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Mill Street
26
Turn right onto US 20; SR 7
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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State Street
27
Turn left onto SR 7
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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Broad Street
28
Turn right onto Jackson Street
504 ft
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22 sec
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Jackson Street
29
Arrive at destination
Jackson Street
Trip Plan
For this 4h 40m drive, starting in the morning is ideal to ensure you have ample daylight for the 245.5-mile trip. Since it's a single-day route, you can be flexible with your timing, but aim to leave early to avoid potential traffic congestion. The longest stretch without a major change in direction is 89.5 miles on I-71, so plan for a fuel stop before or during that segment if needed. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, you can easily complete this trip without an overnight stay.
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 122.7 miles from Springfield, OH, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.5 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 54 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.7 miles or 2h 21m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conneaut, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, OH
This is one driving day of about 245.5 miles and 4h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Springfield, 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 89.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.7 miles from Springfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Hinkley Rest Area
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Rest Area
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Rest Area
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Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
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Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Hinkley Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
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Love's Travel Stop
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TA
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Service Plaza
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Love's Travel Stop
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Love's Travel Stop
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Pilot Travel Center
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Love's Travel Stop
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Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
TA
0.6 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.7 mi from route
Ohio Welcome Center
0.9 mi from route
Weigh Station
1.1 mi from route
Summit Interstate 77 Southbound
1.9 mi from route
Summit Interstate 77 Northbound
2.1 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 242.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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SR 4 / Mitchell Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 4 / Mitchell Boulevard
Navigation decision point
7
36.7 mi into trip
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~45m in
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US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East: Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
5
60.6 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
8
178.2 mi into trip
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~3h 22m in
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I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exit...
6
242.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m in
Take the exit toward SR 7: Conneaut, Andover
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 241
Toward SR 7: Conneaut, Andover
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.72 one way
$75.45 round trip
$3.90/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $42.55 | $85.09 |
| premium | $4.99 | $48.20 | $96.40 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $46.36 | $92.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.78 | $11.78 |
| Efficient EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.2 | 1 | $34.37 | $15.71 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Springfield, OH
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 8 to 13 mph
37% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 3:54AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 3:54AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Conneaut, OH
Late night in Conneaut on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Patchy Smoke
W 12 to 17 mph
87% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 3:54AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 3:54AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
3 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
4h 40m 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.
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...
3 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 160.8
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
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...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
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...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 85% of the 245.5 miles on interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 89.5 miles on I-71 before transitioning to other major routes. Expect frequent exits along the interstate sections, which can signal denser traffic or areas with more services. The majority of the trip is designed for efficient cruising on high-speed roads.
85% 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: 89.5 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near SR 4 / Mitchell Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 245.5 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 2.3 miles (SR 4 / Mitchell Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 36.7 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,337 ft
648 ft
Total Climb
855 ft
Total Descent
1,185 ft
Highest Point
1,337 ft
~87.7 mi in
Elevation Range
689 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Springfield, OH
Full guide →Founded 1801
Springfield is a city in Clark County, Ohio.
Top landmarks
- • Westcott House — historic house in Ohio, United States
- • Madonna of the Trail — series of 12 monuments dedicated to the spirit of pioneer women in the United St...
- • Arcade Hotel — listed on the NRHP
Arriving in Conneaut, OH
Full guide →Founded 1799
Conneaut is a city in Ashtabula County in Northeast Ohio, along the shores of Lake Erie. Conneaut is located immediately west of the Pennsylvania border, 25 miles west of Erie and 68 miles east of Cleveland.
Top landmarks
- • Conneaut station — railway station in Conneaut, Ohio
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 4h 40m. Total distance: 245.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 40m 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 89.5 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 29 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 Conneaut, 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 29 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (SR 4 / Mitchell Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 36.7 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Conneaut, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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