Trip from Clarksfield, OH to Cleveland, OH

Drive Time

1h 8m

Distance

49.6 mi

80 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min

4 AM

1h 3m ★

6 AM

1h 8m

8 AM

1h 19m

10 AM

1h 12m

12 PM

1h 11m

3 PM

1h 12m

5 PM

1h 18m

8 PM

1h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Clarksfield, OH

Hector Portillo

Cleveland, OH

Jay Brand

Trip Overview

If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Clarksfield and Cleveland, this 49.6-mile journey is a highly efficient option. You can comfortably complete the drive in about 1 hour and 8 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Budgeting roughly $7 for fuel will cover your transit across the Midwest landscape. Since the route relies heavily on major arteries like State Route 10, Route 20, and I-71, you will spend most of your time on high-speed roads. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that requires no overnight stops, allowing you to reach your destination quickly and reliably.

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

24.8 miles from Clarksfield, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 75% of your time spent on faster thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of road types, starting with a 14-mile stretch on State Route 10, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. As you transition between State Route 10, Route 20, and I-71, the road character shifts from regional highway driving to the more structured environment of an interstate approach. Expect a steady, functional experience behind the wheel rather than a winding backroad adventure. The route provides a consistent pace that keeps you moving toward the city without unnecessary complexity.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

State Route 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 14 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 10 and Route 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.3 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 49.6 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 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

37.3 mi into trip | ~49m in

Take the exit toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus

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 11 Toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus

37.9 mi into trip | ~50m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 71 North: Cleveland

48.1 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario 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 171 Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario St...

48.4 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street

49.3 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | US 6; US 20 / South Roadway

At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / South Roadway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right / none lanes.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Clarksfield, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.

Columbus

37.3 mi in | ~49m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
State Route 10	14 mi	16m
Route 20	9.8 mi	12m
I 71	8.5 mi	10m
SR 60	4.4 mi	7m
Oberlin Elyria Road	3.7 mi	5m
Kipton East Road	2.9 mi	3m
Oberlin-Norwalk Road	2 mi	2m
Innerbelt	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: State Route 10 — 14 mi, about 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clarksfield, OH and Cleveland, OH.

Start on Zenobia Road

354 ft · 11 sec · Zenobia Road

Turn left onto SR 60

4.4 mi · 7 min · SR 60

Turn right onto US 20; SR 60

0.4 mi · 51 sec · East Main Street

Continue on US 20

2.7 mi · 3 min · Route 20

Continue on US 20

2.0 mi · 2 min · Oberlin-Norwalk Road

Turn slight right

423 ft · 7 sec

Turn straight onto US 20

2.9 mi · 3 min · Kipton East Road

Continue on US 20

3.7 mi · 5 min · Oberlin Elyria Road

Continue on US 20

7.2 mi · 8 min · Route 20

Use the none lane.

Continue on SR 10

14 mi · 16 min · State Route 10

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 11 Toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto Berea Freeway

0.5 mi · 35 sec · Berea Freeway

Merge onto I 71

8.5 mi · 10 min · I 71

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 90

0.9 mi · 1 min · Innerbelt

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 171 Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 42 sec

Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ontario Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20

232 ft · 10 sec · South Roadway

Use the right / none lanes.

Continue on US 6; US 20

0.1 mi · 28 sec · East Roadway

Use the none / left / straight lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20

513 ft · 20 sec · Rockwell Avenue

Use the none / straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue

186 ft · 6 sec · Frankfort Avenue

Arrive at destination

Frankfort Avenue

Trip Plan

Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits your needs. Since the total distance is under 50 miles, you won't need to worry about planning formal rest breaks, though you should always monitor your fuel levels before heading out to ensure your $7 estimate stays accurate. Keep in mind that the heavy reliance on I-71 means you should stay alert for typical interstate traffic patterns as you approach Cleveland. Use the 1-hour and 8-minute duration as a baseline, but consider checking local traffic reports before departing to account for potential congestion on the final highway segments.

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 24.8 miles from Clarksfield, OH, or about 34m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14 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 49.6 miles or 1h 8m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 24.8 miles or 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 56m

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 Clarksfield, 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 Clarksfield, OH

This is one driving day of about 49.6 miles and 1h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarksfield, OH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on State Route 10 for about 14 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 24.8 mi from Clarksfield, OH · 34m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lakewood, OH

25 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

Farrell, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lakewood, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Clarksfield, 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.

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

$7.42 one way

$14.84 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 17 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.24	$8.28	$16.57
premium	$4.79	$9.35	$18.71
diesel	$5.64	$11.02	$22.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$32–$57

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	14.9	$5.21	$2.38
Efficient EV	12.4	$4.34	$1.98
EV Truck/SUV	19.8	$6.94	$3.17

Gas CO2

17 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Clarksfield, OH

Evening in Clarksfield on Sunday

Local time

8:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cleveland, OH

Evening in Cleveland on Sunday

Local time

8:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

71°F

Lakewood, OH

25 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

18 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 8m 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 Clarksfield, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 49.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are State Route 10, Route 20, I 71. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 24.8 miles from Clarksfield, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.42 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.

On the drive from Clarksfield, OH to Cleveland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.

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Trip from Clarksfield, OH to Cleveland, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Cleveland, OH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Clarksfield, OH

Cleveland, OH

Same local time

18 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 8m on the road

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