Origin
Cleveland, OH
Evening in Cleveland on Thursday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, OH to Jefferson, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cleveland, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Jefferson, OH
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Cleveland, OH to Jefferson, OH covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, Lakeland Freeway, State Route 307 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 57.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 11m highway drive covering 57.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and Lakeland Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 34 miles on I 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 34 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Lakeland Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (West 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles (SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 3rd Street
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 East, SR 2 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 90 East, SR 2 East
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
Merge onto SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
13 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 90 / Euclid Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Euclid Spur toward I 90 East, I 271 South: Erie PA
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 90 East, I 271 South: Erie PA
5
50.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward SR 45: Ashtabula
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 223
Toward SR 45: Ashtabula
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 34 mi | 37m |
| Lakeland Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| State Route 307 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Euclid Spur | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| State Route 45 | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Chestnut Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Beech Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 34 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Jefferson, OH.
1
Start on Frankfort Avenue
156 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
2
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 90 East, SR 2 East
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto SR 2
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 90; SR 2
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Lakeland Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Euclid Spur
Toward I 90 East, I 271 South: Erie PA
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on I 271
34 mi
·
37 min
·
I 90
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 223
Toward SR 45: Ashtabula
9
Turn right onto SR 45
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 45
10
Turn left onto SR 307
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 307
11
Continue on SR 307
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Beech Street
12
Turn right onto SR 46; SR 307
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chestnut Street
13
Arrive at destination
SR 46; SR 307
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.8 mi from Cleveland, OH · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 28.8 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jefferson, OH
The final approach into Jefferson, 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
$8.94 one way
$17.88 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.92 | $19.84 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Jefferson, OH
Evening in Jefferson on Thursday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Wickliffe, OH
29 mi in
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
13 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 11m 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 Jefferson, OH covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, Lakeland Freeway, State Route 307. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.8 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 $8.94 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 57.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (West 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles (SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cleveland, OH to Jefferson, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Jefferson, OH
More trips to Jefferson, OH
Explore more options from Cleveland, OH or browse trips ending in Jefferson, OH.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OH road trips.
Explore maps for Cleveland, OH or Jefferson, OH on MapSof.net.