Origin
Cleveland, OH
Night in Cleveland on Tuesday
Local time
11:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, OH to Barlow, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 31m
Distance
169.4 mi
273 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 19m
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6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 56m
10 AM
3h 40m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 42m
5 PM
3h 55m
8 PM
3h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Cleveland down to Barlow, expect a straightforward journey covering 169.4 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 3 hours and 31 minutes, making it an efficient day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your budget for gas should be approximately $25, keeping your costs manageable for a quick getaway. Since both locations are firmly within the Midwest, the drive keeps you moving through familiar Ohio landscapes. It is a practical route for those who prioritize speed and direct access over scenic detours, allowing you to reach your destination with minimal fuss.
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
84.7 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-77, State Route 21, and the Willow Freeway as you transition toward the southern part of the state. Be prepared for a significant push on I-77, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 75.1 miles. The road’s personality is defined by these fast, high-capacity lanes that prioritize steady progress. While you will encounter a mix of highway speeds and local transitions, the route maintains a consistent, functional rhythm throughout the duration of the trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 3rd 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 Cleveland, OH to Barlow, OH is easy. At 3h 31m 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 Cleveland, OH to Barlow, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Superior Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Roadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ontario Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Orange Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Willow Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 21 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West 3rd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Barlow, OH.
1
Start on Frankfort Avenue
157 ft
·
12 sec
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Frankfort Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
338 ft
·
17 sec
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West 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto West Superior Avenue
315 ft
·
15 sec
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West Superior Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Roadway
502 ft
·
23 sec
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West Roadway
5
Turn right onto Ontario Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Ontario Street
6
Continue on Orange Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Orange Avenue
7
Take the ramp straight toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron
0.2 mi
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27 sec
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I 77 South, I 490: Akron
8
Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
26 mi
·
31 min
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Willow Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on State Route 21
29 mi
·
35 min
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State Route 21
10
Turn straight
9.8 mi
·
15 min
11
Continue straight
3.0 mi
·
3 min
12
Take the exit right
6.6 mi
·
7 min
13
Keep slight left
75 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward SR 821: Marietta, Lower Salem
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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SR 821: Marietta, Lower Salem
15
Turn right onto Cambridge Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
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Cambridge Road
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Main Street
17
Continue on Muskingum Drive
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Muskingum Drive
18
Continue on 3rd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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3rd Street
19
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
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Washington Street
20
Continue on Fort Harmar Drive
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Fort Harmar Drive
21
Turn slight right
11 mi
·
19 min
22
Turn right onto Warrior Drive
23 ft
·
1 sec
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Warrior Drive
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive clocks in under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time to avoid potential traffic. Plan for one designated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the 169.4-mile distance is manageable in a single push. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when you transition off the main interstate, as services may become more spaced out near your arrival in Barlow. Since you have a $25 fuel estimate, filling up before leaving Cleveland is a smart way to simplify your logistics. Use the 75.1-mile stretch on I-77 to find a comfortable cruising pace early on, which will help keep your fuel consumption steady for the remainder of the drive.
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 84.7 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 1h 45m 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.7 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barlow, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cleveland, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Cleveland, OH
This is one driving day of about 169.4 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cleveland, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.7 mi from Cleveland, OH · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.7 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barlow, OH
The final approach into Barlow, 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 Barlow, 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
$26.29 one way
$52.58 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $29.18 | $58.36 |
| premium | $4.91 | $32.74 | $65.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.40 | $74.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.79 | $8.13 |
| Efficient EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.82 | $6.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.8 | 0 | $23.72 | $10.84 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Barlow, OH
Night in Barlow on Tuesday
Local time
11:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
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85 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
1 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 31m 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 Cleveland, OH to Barlow, OH covers 169.4 miles and takes about 3h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 3rd Street, West Superior Avenue, West Roadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.7 miles from Cleveland, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.29 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.
The drive from Cleveland, OH to Barlow, OH is easy. At 3h 31m 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 Cleveland, OH to Barlow, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cleveland, OH to Barlow, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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