Origin
Apple Creek, OH
Night in Apple Creek on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Apple Creek, OH to Cleveland, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
59.5 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Apple Creek, OH
Damir K .
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
This 59.5-mile drive from Apple Creek, OH, to Cleveland, OH, will take about 1 hour and 7 minutes. It's a straightforward, one-day trip, perfect for a quick journey between two points in the Midwest. You'll primarily navigate using West Main Street, South Apple Creek Road, and Akron Road. With a low fuel cost estimated at $9 and no designated overnight stops, this route is designed for efficiency. The overall feel is that of a local drive, making it easy to manage without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.8 miles from Apple Creek, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway time contributing to the 59.5 miles. The absence of any highway share means you'll be on surface streets and county roads for the entire journey. While there isn't a defined 'longest stretch' due to the frequent turns, be prepared for constant adjustments as you navigate through various local thoroughfares like West Main Street, South Apple Creek Road, and Akron Road. This type of driving requires consistent attention and can feel engaging rather than monotonous.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Apple Creek, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Apple Creek, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | — | — |
| South Apple Creek Road | — | — |
| Akron Road | — | — |
| SR 21 North | — | — |
| East 22nd Street | — | — |
| East 14th Street | — | — |
| Prospect Avenue East | — | — |
| East 9th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Creek, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on Richenbaugh Avenue
52 ft
·
7 sec
·
Richenbaugh Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto South Apple Creek Road
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
South Apple Creek Road
4
Turn right onto Akron Road
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Akron Road
5
Take the exit straight toward SR 21 North: Cleveland
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
SR 21 North: Cleveland
6
Merge slight left
36 mi
·
43 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
8
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 14th Street
9
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
East 14th Street
10
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
11
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Prospect Avenue East
12
Turn right onto East 9th Street
525 ft
·
20 sec
·
East 9th Street
13
Turn left onto Euclid Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Roadway
518 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Roadway
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Rockwell Avenue
512 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
16
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 7 minute duration for this 59.5-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Since it's a single-day drive with an estimated fuel cost of $9, you won't need to worry about overnight stays or major fuel budgeting. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests paying close attention to navigation, especially as you transition between West Main Street, South Apple Creek Road, and Akron Road. A good tip for this route is to ensure your GPS is updated to account for any recent local road changes or traffic patterns.
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 29.8 miles from Apple Creek, OH, or about 33m into the drive.
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 13 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.8 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Apple Creek, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Apple Creek, OH
This is one driving day of about 59.5 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Apple Creek, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.8 mi from Apple Creek, OH · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Apple Creek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cleveland, OH
The final approach into Cleveland, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.23 one way
$18.47 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.50 | $23.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.14 | $26.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Cleveland, OH
Night in Cleveland on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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 7m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Apple Creek, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, South Apple Creek Road, Akron Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.8 miles from Apple Creek, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Apple Creek, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Apple Creek, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Apple Creek, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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