Dolphin Restaurant
Near the end, short detour
Oakwood, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm
+14402525381
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 3m
Distance
146.4 mi
236 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tiltonsville, OH
Brett Sayles
Cleveland, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Embark on a 146.4-mile journey from Tiltonsville, OH to Cleveland, OH, a drive that typically takes around 3 hours and 3 minutes. This route is primarily highway-focused, with 91% of the drive on faster roads, making it an efficient trip. The estimated fuel cost for this one-day adventure is about $23, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region throughout this entire trip, staying within Ohio. Given its manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited as a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
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
73.2 miles from Tiltonsville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 7 | 36.6 mi | 51m |
| US 30 | 33.6 mi | 36m |
| Ohio Turnpike | 31.1 mi | 33m |
| I 480 | 11.2 mi | 13m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 8.2 mi | 10m |
| Willow Freeway | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| River Lake Highway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| I 80 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Tiltonsville, OH and Cleveland, OH.
Start on Mound Street
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Walden Avenue
Turn left onto Union Street
Continue on Farm Lane
Take the ramp
Merge onto SR 7
Turn left onto Slack Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Turn right onto Franklin Avenue
Turn left onto SR 7
Take the exit onto SR 7
Take the exit onto SR 7
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 7
Merge onto US 30; SR 7; SR 11
Continue on US 30; SR 11
Take the exit
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
Merge onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on this road
Continue on I 480; SR 14
Continue on I 271; I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 77
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
Turn right onto East 9th Street
Turn left onto US 20
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this approximately 3-hour drive, starting early in the morning is a good strategy to avoid any potential traffic, especially as you approach Cleveland. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, you have plenty of flexibility in pacing yourself. The fuel cost is estimated at $23, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off. Keep an eye on the Ohio Turnpike for any potential toll information or service areas if you need a break. The longest stretch without a major road change is 36.6 miles on SR 7, so plan your refreshment needs around that.
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.
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 32 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.2 miles or 1h 35m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Tiltonsville, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Tiltonsville, OH
This is one driving day of about 146.4 miles and 3h 3m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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.
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 73.2 miles from Tiltonsville, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Oakwood, Ohio
Near the end, short detour
Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm
+14402525381
Le Petit Triangle Cafe
Cleveland, Ohio
Astoria Cafe & Market
Cleveland, Ohio
Top Coffee Stop
Cleveland, Ohio
Near the end, short detour
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
Koffie Café
Cleveland, Ohio
Near the end, short detour
Oakwood, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm
+14402525381
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–9:30 pm
+12162811881
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+12162660834
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Canfield, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+13307020300
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+13307293833
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
North Jackson, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+13305387480
Around the midpoint, short detour
Canfield, Ohio
Hours: 12–8 pm
+13305336090
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm
+13307264442
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm
+12168612233
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Streetsboro, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
North Jackson, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15186913119
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Macedonia, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Twinsburg, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Streetsboro, Ohio
+13306262888
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Youngstown, Ohio
+18554382474
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Twinsburg, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Cleveland, Ohio
+18556757464
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+12166353200
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+12162738000
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: Closed
+12164311060
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: Closed
+17187096643
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+12167211600
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Cleveland, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18882620033
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 115.7 and 145 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Keep slight right at fork toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight left at fork toward East 14th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$22.72 one way
$45.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $25.22 | $50.43 |
| premium | $4.91 | $28.29 | $56.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.32 | $64.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.37 | $7.03 |
| Efficient EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.81 | $5.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.6 | 0 | $20.50 | $9.37 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Tiltonsville on Sunday
Local time
10:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
10:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with over 90% of the route utilizing major roadways like SR 7, US 30, and the Ohio Turnpike. Expect stretches of consistent speed and efficiency, with the longest uninterrupted segment measuring 36.6 miles on SR 7. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, be prepared for potential variations as you transition between these main thoroughfares. The character is largely about covering ground effectively rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 7 and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 115.7 miles in.
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 33 significant decision points across 146.4 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 115.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 130 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 138.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tiltonsville, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Streetsboro along the way.
Streetsboro
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 3m. Total distance: 146.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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