Origin
Chester, OH
Morning in Chester on Friday
Local time
10:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chester, OH to Cleveland, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 58m
Distance
201.6 mi
324 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 45m
★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 5m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 23m
8 PM
3h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chester, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
Chester, OH to Cleveland, OH is 201.6 miles and takes about 3h 58m via I 77, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Expect a straightforward highway-focused journey, making it a practical choice if you need to get between these two points efficiently. With a recommended one-day trip, you can easily complete this drive without needing an overnight stay, keeping your travel plans simple.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.8 miles from Chester, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 201.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 77, SR 21, and SR 7. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch on I 77, covering 97.9 miles. The character of the drive is largely consistent, offering a steady pace suitable for covering ground quickly. While primarily interstate, occasional shifts to state routes might offer slight variations in the driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 97.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 21. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.1 miles in near US 50.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 201.6 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 22.1 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.4 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
22.1 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
8
131.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
|
US 250
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
8
200.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 53m 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
200.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 54m 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
201.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 57m 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chester, OH and Cleveland, OH, road signs point toward Beverly and Massillon.
Beverly
21.9 mi in
|
~26m
|
via US 50
Massillon
131.4 mi in
|
~2h 25m
|
via US 250
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 97.9 mi | 1h 44m |
| SR 21 | 65.2 mi | 1h 23m |
| SR 7 | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| US 50 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Corridor D | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| South Wooster Avenue | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| East 14th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Euclid Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 97.9 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chester, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on SR 248
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Route 248
2
Turn right onto SR 7
21 mi
·
24 min
·
SR 7
Use the straight lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50; SR 7; SR 32
4
Take the exit onto US 50
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 50
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Corridor D
7
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
8
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
98 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 77; WV 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 250
Exit 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Wooster Avenue
11
Continue on SR 21
65 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
SR 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward East 14th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East 14th Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
16
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft
·
19 sec
·
East 9th Street
18
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the right lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under four hours, this is an ideal same-day trip. You can depart anytime, but an early morning start will give you ample time to reach Cleveland and settle in. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of nearly 100 miles, you won't need frequent breaks, but it's wise to fuel up before leaving Chester, as gas stations may be less frequent on certain sections of I 77. Consider packing snacks and drinks to minimize the need for stops along the way.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.8 miles from Chester, OH, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.9 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 44 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.8 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
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 Chester, 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 Chester, OH
This is one driving day of about 201.6 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Chester, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 97.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.8 mi from Chester, OH · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100.8 miles from Chester, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.9 miles.
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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.29 one way
$62.58 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $34.72 | $69.45 |
| premium | $4.91 | $38.96 | $77.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.51 | $89.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.17 | $9.68 |
| Efficient EV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.64 | $8.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.6 | 1 | $28.22 | $12.90 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Morning in Cleveland on Friday
Local time
10:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Sugarcreek, OH
101 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
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
3h 58m 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 Chester, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 201.6 miles and takes about 3h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, SR 21, SR 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.8 miles from Chester, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 201.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 22.1 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.4 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Chester, OH and Cleveland, OH, road signs point toward Beverly and Massillon.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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