Origin
Cleveland, OH
Afternoon in Cleveland on Saturday
Local time
3:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, OH to Martins Ferry, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
135 mi
217 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 50m
★
6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 55m
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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Martins Ferry, OH
Wolfgang Weiser
Trip Overview
The drive from Cleveland, OH to Martins Ferry, OH covers 135 miles and takes about 3h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 3rd Street, West Superior Avenue, West Roadway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
67.5 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 3rd Street | — | — |
| West Superior Avenue | — | — |
| West Roadway | — | — |
| Ontario Street | — | — |
| Orange Avenue | — | — |
| I 77 South | — | — |
| Willow Freeway | — | — |
| State Route 21 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 3rd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Martins Ferry, OH.
1
Start on Frankfort Avenue
157 ft
·
12 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
338 ft
·
17 sec
·
West 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto West Superior Avenue
315 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Superior Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Roadway
502 ft
·
23 sec
·
West Roadway
5
Turn right onto Ontario Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ontario Street
6
Continue on Orange Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orange Avenue
7
Take the ramp straight toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 77 South, I 490: Akron
8
Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
26 mi
·
31 min
·
Willow Freeway
9
Keep slight right to continue on State Route 21
29 mi
·
35 min
·
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 right
9.9 mi
·
10 min
14
Take the exit straight toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
15
Keep slight left to continue on US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
16
Turn left
21 mi
·
30 min
17
Turn left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Deersville Avenue
18
Continue on West Market Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Market Street
19
Continue on Cadiz-Harrisville Road
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Cadiz-Harrisville Road
20
Continue on West Main Street
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Main Street
21
Continue on Colerain Road
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Colerain Road
22
Continue on Sunset Heights Road
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Sunset Heights Road
23
Continue on Cadiz Pike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cadiz Pike
24
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
25
Merge slight left onto Ohio Valley Pike
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ohio Valley Pike
26
Turn left onto Hanover Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Hanover Street
27
Turn left
302 ft
·
22 sec
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 67.5 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 1h 30m 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 30 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.5 miles or 1h 30m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Martins Ferry, 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 135 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.5 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.95 one way
$41.90 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $23.25 | $46.51 |
| premium | $4.91 | $26.09 | $52.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.81 | $59.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.17 | $6.48 |
| Efficient EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.81 | $5.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54 | 0 | $18.90 | $8.64 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Martins Ferry, OH
Afternoon in Martins Ferry on Saturday
Local time
3:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
West Chester, OH
68 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 1m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
135 mi in 3h 1m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: West 3rd Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cleveland, OH to Martins Ferry, OH is easy. At 3h 1m 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 Martins Ferry, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Cleveland, OH
Full guide →Cleveland is a culturally diverse city on the shores of Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, USA. Recreational, cultural and educational opportunities are abundant throughout Northeast Ohio. You'll find world-class museums, cultural events, professional sports, and amusement parks.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 135 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cleveland, OH to Martins Ferry, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Martins Ferry, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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