Origin
Cleveland, OH
Evening in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, OH to New Franklin, OH
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
46.1 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
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6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cleveland, OH
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick jaunt from Cleveland to New Franklin, you are looking at a manageable 46.1-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes. This drive is a straightforward, highway-focused route that stays entirely within the Midwest, making it an ideal day trip. You will primarily navigate via the Willow Freeway, I-77, and South Main Street to reach your destination. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is a very economical excursion for your weekend schedule. Because the duration is quite short, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-trip hotel stays. It serves as a practical, efficient connection between these two Ohio locations.
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
23.1 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency over scenic meandering, as roughly 79% of this route is spent on highways. The journey kicks off with a significant 26-mile stretch along the Willow Freeway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your drive. As you transition from the freeway onto I-77 and eventually into the local flow of South Main Street, the environment shifts from high-speed transit to a more controlled pace. You will find that the personality of the road is largely defined by this interstate grind, offering a consistent and predictable driving experience. Staying focused is key during the highway segments before you navigate the final approach into New Franklin.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Willow Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 26 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Willow Freeway and I 77. 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.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 46.1 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 0.2 miles (US 422; SR 8; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87 / Ontario Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (SR 10): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.9 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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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.
6
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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SR 10
Take the ramp onto SR 10 toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron
6
27.9 mi into trip
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~36m in
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I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
35 mi into trip
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~44m in
Take the exit toward I 76 West: Canton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward I 76 West: Canton
7
39.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward South Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward South Main Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Freeway | 26 mi | 31m |
| I 77 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| South Main Street | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| I 277 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Ontario Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Orange Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Nimisila Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Willow Freeway
— 26 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and New Franklin, 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
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orange Avenue
Use the none lane.
7
Take the ramp onto SR 10
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 10
Toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 77; SR 10
26 mi
·
31 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 77
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 129
Toward I 76 West: Canton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 76
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 18
Toward I 277 East, US 224 East: Canton
13
Merge onto I 277; US 224
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 277; US 224
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 3
Toward South Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto CH 50
6.1 mi
·
11 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto West Nimisila Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Nimisila Road
17
Arrive at destination
West Nimisila Road
Trip Plan
Since this trip is only about an hour long, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily avoid peak traffic hours. You do not need to plan for any formal stops, as the short duration makes it easy to complete the drive in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave; while the $7 estimated cost is low, filling up in Cleveland ensures you won't have to worry about finding a station once you arrive. Because the majority of your time is spent on major thoroughfares, prioritize checking live traffic reports for I-77 before you head out. Taking advantage of the route's brevity allows you to maximize your time once you reach New Franklin.
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 23.1 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26 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 46.1 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.1 miles or 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Franklin, 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 46.1 miles and 1h 4m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Willow Freeway for about 26 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.1 mi from Cleveland, OH · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.1 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Franklin, OH
The final approach into New Franklin, 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 New Franklin, 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
$6.90 one way
$13.79 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| premium | $4.79 | $8.69 | $17.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.24 | $20.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
New Franklin, OH
Evening in New Franklin on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°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
3 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 4m 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 New Franklin, OH covers 46.1 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Willow Freeway, I 77, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.1 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 $6.90 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 46.1 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.
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 1.7 miles (SR 10): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.9 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cleveland, OH to New Franklin, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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