Origin
Worthington, OH
Morning in Worthington on Tuesday
Local time
11:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Worthington, OH to Lakewood, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
128.4 mi
207 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Worthington, OH
Abdel Achkouk
Lakewood, OH
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Trip Overview
This 128.3-mile drive from Worthington, OH, to Lakewood, OH, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily through local roads, including East Dublin Granville Road and West 150th Street, with a significant portion on I-71 North. Given its relatively short distance and the absence of a long highway stretch, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $19, making it an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent adjustments.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
64.2 miles from Worthington, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 122.4 mi | 2h 12m |
| Warren Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| East Dublin Granville Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West 150th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| North High Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 122.4 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worthington, OH and Lakewood, OH.
1
Start on US 23
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North High Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto SR 161
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Dublin Granville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 71
103 mi
·
1 hr 50 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
20 mi
·
22 min
·
I 71
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 240
Toward West 150th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto West 150th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 150th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on Warren Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Warren Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
·
11 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
Franklin Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given this is a one-day trip covering 128.3 miles, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. However, starting earlier in the day can help you avoid potential rush hour traffic on local roads. While there are no designated stops, plan for brief pauses as needed, especially since the route is characterized by frequent turns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, with an estimated cost of $19 for the journey. A specific tip for this route: be extra mindful of speed limits and traffic lights on East Dublin Granville Road and West 150th Street, as they are key local thoroughfares.
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 64.2 miles from Worthington, OH, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.4 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.2 miles or 1h 11m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakewood, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Worthington, 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.
+
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 Worthington, OH
This is one driving day of about 128.4 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Worthington, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 122.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.2 miles from Worthington, 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 122.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 128.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 161 / East Dublin Granville Road
Turn left onto SR 161 / East Dublin Granville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 71
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
124.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward West 150th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 240
Toward West 150th Street
5
128.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
|
Franklin Boulevard
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.93 one way
$39.85 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $22.12 | $44.23 |
| premium | $4.91 | $24.82 | $49.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.35 | $56.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.24 | $5.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.4 | 0 | $17.98 | $8.22 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Lakewood, OH
Morning in Lakewood on Tuesday
Local time
11:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Mansfield, OH
64 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
20 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
2h 27m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" as you make your way from Worthington to Lakewood. With a 0% highway share, this route emphasizes navigating through towns and city streets rather than open interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the overall profile indicates a journey characterized by frequent changes in direction and speed. You'll likely experience a mix of urban and suburban landscapes as you transition from the Columbus area towards Cleveland. This drive requires constant attention to road signs and traffic signals.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 122.4 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Warren Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 161 / East Dublin Granville Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 128.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.3 miles (SR 161 / East Dublin Granville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Lakewood, OH
Full guide →Lakewood is a city next to Cleveland, in Cuyahoga County, 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 2h 27m. Total distance: 128.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 122.4 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 161 / East Dublin Granville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lakewood, OH before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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