Origin
Canton, OH
Night in Canton on Wednesday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canton, OH to Cleveland, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
59.8 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 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canton, OH
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Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Canton to Cleveland, you are in for a quick 59.8-mile journey that fits perfectly into a single day. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 16 minutes on the road, making this an ideal trip for a morning departure and a late afternoon return. Budgeting around $9 for fuel keeps your travel costs minimal for this straightforward Midwest excursion. Since both cities are located within Ohio, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. This route is highly practical for commuters or weekend travelers who prefer a direct connection over a scenic detour. There is no need for an overnight stay, as the duration is manageable even for a casual pace.
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
29.9 miles from Canton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is defined by its efficiency, with 95% of the trip taking place on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-77, which accounts for a 57-mile stretch of uninterrupted interstate driving. While the route incorporates brief transitions through Tuscarawas Street West and East 14th Street, the experience is primarily a highway-focused grind. Expect a steady, consistent pace as you transition from the Canton area toward the heart of Cleveland. Because the road consists almost entirely of high-speed interstate travel, you can anticipate a predictable and streamlined experience behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 57 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,088 ft
654 ft
Total Climb
88 ft
Total Descent
496 ft
Highest Point
1,088 ft
~8.5 mi in
Elevation Range
434 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Tuscarawas Street West. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.8 miles in near I 77.
Route Complexity
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 20.8 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
20.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North, I 76 West: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 77 North, I 76 West: Cleveland
8
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
59.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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.
7
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 57 mi | 1h 9m |
| Tuscarawas Street West | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East 14th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Euclid Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Avenue East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 9th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Roadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rockwell Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 57 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on McKinley Avenue Southwest
184 ft
·
5 sec
·
McKinley Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto 2nd Street Southwest
500 ft
·
16 sec
·
2nd Street Southwest
3
At end of road, turn right onto High Avenue Southwest
271 ft
·
14 sec
·
High Avenue Southwest
4
Turn left onto SR 172
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tuscarawas Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 77 North, US 62 East: Akron
6
Merge onto I 77; US 62
20 mi
·
23 min
·
I 77; US 62
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 77
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
I 77
Exit 125B
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I 77
Toward I 77 North, I 76 West: Cleveland
Use the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
34 mi
·
41 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward East 14th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East 14th Street
13
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
14
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft
·
19 sec
·
East 9th Street
16
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
17
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the right lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 1-hour and 16-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid potential peak-hour congestion. Since the entire trip is less than 60 miles, you won't need to plan for mid-route stops, allowing you to drive straight through without fatigue. Keep in mind that with 95% highway driving, your fuel efficiency will likely remain steady throughout the journey. It is wise to check local traffic reports for I-77 before you head out, as this interstate serves as the primary artery for your entire transit. Taking advantage of the route's brevity means you can spend more time at your destination rather than worrying about managing a long, multi-stop itinerary.
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 29.9 miles from Canton, OH, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57 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 13 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.9 miles or 37m 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 3m
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 Canton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Canton, OH
This is one driving day of about 59.8 miles and 1h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Canton, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 57 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Canton, OH · 37m 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 29.9 miles from Canton, 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
$9.28 one way
$18.56 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.30 | $20.60 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.56 | $23.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.20 | $26.41 |
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: 20.9 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 | 17.9 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
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
9:32 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
27 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 16m 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 Canton, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 59.8 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Tuscarawas Street West, East 14th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Canton, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.28 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.8 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.8 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Canton, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 654 ft to 1,088 ft elevation with about 88 ft of total climbing.
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