Cleveland to Danville is 95.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 58 minutes via I-71 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. The drive offers a mixed experience, shifting between interstate speeds and more local road travel. With a total duration under two hours, this is a straightforward journey well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pacing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.8 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 95.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is a mixed drive, with 52% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant stretch, 43.8 miles, on I-71, providing a period of consistent speed and straightforward travel. Following the interstate, the drive transitions to local roads like South Columbus Road and Burbank Road, which will likely involve lower speeds and more varied driving conditions. The character of the drive changes as you exit the interstate, moving from a faster pace to a more community-focused route.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 95.6 miles you will encounter 26 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 0.2 miles (US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street
Turn right onto US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
1.9 mi into trip|~4m in|I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
6
3.1 mi into trip|~5m in|I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
10.4 mi into trip|~14m in|I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
45.7 mi into trip|~53m in
Take the exit toward SR 83: Wooster, Lodi
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 204
Toward SR 83: Wooster, Lodi
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cleveland, OH to Danville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lodi along the way.
Lodi
45.7 mi in|~53m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
43.8 mi
48m
South Columbus Road
13.5 mi
15m
Burbank Road
12.1 mi
15m
South Market Street
8.3 mi
10m
Danville-Jelloway Road
6.9 mi
10m
SR 3
5.5 mi
6m
Quinby Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Avon Lake Road
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 43.8 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Danville, OH.
1
Start on Frankfort Avenue
156 ft·12 sec·Frankfort Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
339 ft·16 sec·West 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto US 6; US 20; US 42; SR 3
315 ft·14 sec·West Superior Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 6; US 20
503 ft·23 sec·West Roadway
5
Turn right onto US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.5 mi·1 min·Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn slight right
359 ft·14 sec
Toward I 90 West, SR 10 West
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 West
8
Merge onto Innerbelt
0.6 mi·45 sec·Innerbelt
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
1.2 mi·1 min·I 71
Exit 170BToward I 71 South: ColumbusUse the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
7.3 mi·8 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
35 mi·38 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Exit 204Toward SR 83: Wooster, LodiUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto SR 83
0.6 mi·1 min·Avon Lake Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Continue on SR 83
0.4 mi·30 sec·Front Street
15
Continue on SR 83
9.0 mi·10 min·Burbank Road
16
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
98 ft·1 sec·Burbank Road
17
Continue on SR 83
0.2 mi·11 sec·Burbank Road
18
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
134 ft·1 sec·Burbank Road
19
Continue on SR 83
1.2 mi·1 min·Burbank Road
20
Continue on SR 83
513 ft·9 sec·Dix Expressway
21
Turn right onto CR 6
0.2 mi·19 sec·Friendsville Road
22
Continue on Burbank Road
1.7 mi·3 min·Burbank Road
23
Turn right onto Quinby Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Quinby Avenue
24
Turn right onto West Bowman Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·West Bowman Street
25
Turn left onto North Grant Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North Grant Street
26
Turn right onto SR 302
0.2 mi·23 sec·West Liberty Street
27
Turn left onto South Columbus Road
13 mi·15 min·South Columbus Road
28
Continue on SR 3
5.5 mi·6 min·SR 3
29
Turn left onto SR 3; SR 60
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Union Street
30
Turn right onto SR 3; SR 39
0.2 mi·17 sec·East Main Street
31
Turn left onto SR 3
8.3 mi·10 min·South Market Street
32
Turn left onto SR 205
6.7 mi·10 min·Danville-Jelloway Road
33
At end of road, turn right onto SR 205; SR 514
0.2 mi·24 sec·Danville-Jelloway Road
34
Continue on SR 205; SR 514
0.3 mi·30 sec·North Market Street
35
Turn left onto East Rambo Street
61 ft·2 sec·East Rambo Street
36
Arrive at destination
East Rambo Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this trip from Cleveland to Danville is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps in the late morning to avoid early rush hour in Cleveland. While there are no designated stops in the data, consider a brief pause around the halfway point if needed, especially as you transition off I-71. Keep an eye on your fuel, budgeting around $15, and ensure you have enough before leaving the Cleveland area, as more extensive services might be spaced out on the local road 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 47.8 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.8 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.8 miles or 56m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Danville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cleveland, OH
This is one driving day of about 95.6 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Cleveland, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 43.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.8 mi from Cleveland, OH
· 56m into the drive
The midpoint is around 47.8 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Danville, OH
The final approach into Danville, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 23.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.84 one way
$29.67 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$16.47
$32.93
premium
$4.91
$18.48
$36.95
diesel
$5.61
$21.11
$42.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.7
0
$10.04
$4.59
Efficient EV
23.9
0
$8.36
$3.82
EV Truck/SUV
38.2
0
$13.38
$6.12
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Cleveland, OH
Night
in Cleveland on Friday
Local time
10:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Danville, OH
Night
in Danville on Friday
Local time
10:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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 Cleveland, OH to Danville, OH covers 95.6 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, South Columbus Road, Burbank Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.8 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 $14.84 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 95.6 miles you will encounter 26 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 0.2 miles (US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Cleveland, OH to Danville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lodi along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
