If you are looking for a straightforward trip from Vienna to Cleveland, this 65.6-mile journey is an efficient way to cross Ohio. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 30 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will navigate a mix of roads, including Main Market Road, the Warren Outer Belt, and the Willow Freeway, all while keeping your fuel costs around $10. Because the total duration is quite short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. This route keeps you firmly within the Midwest, offering a functional connection between two familiar Ohio locations without any complex regional transitions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.8 miles from Vienna, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Main Market Road
26.5 mi
35m
Warren Outer Belt
7.9 mi
9m
Willow Freeway
5.9 mi
7m
I 480N
5.6 mi
7m
US Route 422 Northwest
4.9 mi
6m
East Market Street
2.6 mi
4m
Warren-Sharon Road
2.3 mi
3m
US 422
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Main Market Road
— 26.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vienna, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on Warren-Sharon Road
2.3 mi·3 min·Warren-Sharon Road
2
Continue on CR 329
2.6 mi·4 min·East Market Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
4
Merge onto SR 82
7.9 mi·9 min·Warren Outer Belt
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward US 422
6
Keep slight left at fork
419 ft·12 sec
Toward US 422 East: Warren
7
Turn right onto US 422
1.7 mi·2 min·Parkman Road Northwest
8
Continue on US 422
4.9 mi·6 min·US Route 422 Northwest
9
Continue on US 422
1.4 mi·1 min·US Route 422 NW
10
Continue on US 422
1.9 mi·2 min·US 422
11
Continue on US 422
27 mi·35 min·Main Market Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·39 sec
Toward I 480 East, I 271 South, I 480 West: Columbus, Cleveland, Toledo
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·39 sec
14
Continue on I 480N
5.6 mi·7 min·I 480N
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
1.1 mi·1 min·Outerbelt South Freeway
16
Take the exit
470 ft·11 sec
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 20BToward I 77 North: ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 77
5.9 mi·7 min·Willow Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 162BToward East 22nd Street, East 14th StreetUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward East 14th StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi·9 sec·East 14th Street
22
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi·28 sec·East 14th Street
23
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi·41 sec·Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft·19 sec·East 9th Street
25
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi·1 min·Euclid Avenue
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft·27 sec·East Roadway
Use the right lane.
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft·20 sec·Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft·6 sec·Frankfort Avenue
29
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak commuting hours is always a smart move. You will not need to plan for any formal stops given the 1.5-hour duration, but keeping your fuel levels topped off before you hit the road is a good habit. Because this route has no mandatory stops, you can easily adjust your pace to fit your personal schedule. A concrete tip for this trek: ensure your navigation is set before you leave Vienna to handle the transition between Main Market Road and the highway belt smoothly. Keeping your focus on the Willow Freeway signage as you approach Cleveland will help you navigate the final leg of your journey with ease.
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 32.8 miles from Vienna, OH, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.5 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 14 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.8 miles or 44m 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 14m
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 Vienna, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Vienna, OH
This is one driving day of about 65.6 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Vienna, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Main Market Road for about 26.5 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 57.4 and 65.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
57.4 mi into trip|~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
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.
Toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
8
57.5 mi into trip|~1h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
8
64.1 mi into trip|~1h 26m 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
64.2 mi into trip|~1h 26m 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
65.4 mi into trip|~1h 29m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.18 one way
$20.36 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$11.30
$22.60
premium
$4.91
$12.68
$25.36
diesel
$5.61
$14.48
$28.97
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.7
0
$6.89
$3.15
Efficient EV
16.4
0
$5.74
$2.62
EV Truck/SUV
26.2
0
$9.18
$4.20
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Vienna, OH
Late night
in Vienna on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Late night
in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Hiram, OH
33 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
6 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 30m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a mixed profile that balances local connectors with faster highway segments. You will spend about 32% of your time on highways, providing a nice contrast to the more steady pace of the surface streets. Pay attention to the longest uninterrupted stretch, which covers 26.5 miles along Main Market Road. As you transition from the Warren Outer Belt onto the Willow Freeway, the character of the drive shifts from regional thoroughfares into the busier, more structured environment of the highway system. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that requires your full attention as the traffic density changes.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.5 mi on Main Market Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 57.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.6 miles you will encounter 20 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 57.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,250 ft650 ft
Total Climb
541 ft
Total Descent
1,037 ft
Highest Point
1,250 ft
~28.1 mi in
Elevation Range
600 ft
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 Vienna, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Toledo along the way.
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 30m. Total distance: 65.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.5 miles on Main Market Road. 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 57.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cleveland, OH before heading back.
