Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
109.8 mi
177 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cadiz, OH
Antonio Garcia Prats
Cleveland, OH
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Traveling from Cadiz to Cleveland covers 109.8 miles of Ohio’s Midwest landscape. Expect a travel time of approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via SR 21, Cadiz-Dennison Road, and Water Street. Budget about $16 for fuel to complete the journey. Because the drive is straightforward, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about finding lodging mid-route.
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
54.9 miles from Cadiz, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 61% of your journey spent on faster roads. You can expect a consistent pace, anchored by a significant 65.2-mile stretch on SR 21 that serves as the backbone of your route. Transitioning from the local roads onto the highway segments dictates the overall feel of the drive, moving from smaller connectors to more open lanes. It is a functional and efficient path that balances local navigation with the steady rhythm of highway travel, keeping you moving toward your destination without unnecessary complexities.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 21 and Cadiz-Dennison Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.6 miles in near US 250.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 109.8 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 39.6 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / East Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cadiz, OH and Cleveland, OH, road signs point toward New Philadelphia and Massillon.
New Philadelphia
Massillon
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 21 | 65.2 mi | 1h 23m |
| Cadiz-Dennison Road | 21.4 mi | 30m |
| Water Street | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| South Wooster Avenue | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| US 250 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Deersville Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East 14th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Euclid Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cadiz, OH and Cleveland, OH.
Start on US 250
Turn slight left onto Deersville Avenue
Turn right onto US 250
Continue on US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250
Turn left onto US 250
Continue on SR 21
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
Since the trip is just over two hours, you can easily complete it without needing formal stops. Plan your departure to avoid peak traffic hours if you want to maintain a steady speed throughout the 109.8-mile transit. Given the $16 fuel estimate, topping off your tank in Cadiz before you hit the road is a smart way to ensure you don't have to worry about refueling until you arrive in Cleveland. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from Water Street to the longer highway segments to ensure a smooth transition between road types.
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.
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 24 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 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 Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Cadiz, 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 Cadiz, OH
This is one driving day of about 109.8 miles and 2h 24m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.9 mi from Cadiz, OH · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 54.9 miles from Cadiz, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before SR 21 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.2 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cleveland, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$17.04 one way
$34.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $18.91 | $37.82 |
| premium | $4.91 | $21.22 | $42.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.53 | $5.27 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.37 | $7.03 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Evening in Cadiz on Wednesday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Cleveland on Wednesday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49°F
Dover, OH
55 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
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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