Origin
Cleveland, OH
Evening in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, OH to Wooster, OH
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
60.3 mi
97 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cleveland, OH
Jay Brand
Wooster, OH
Eliezer Muller
Trip Overview
Traveling from Cleveland to Wooster is a straightforward 60.3-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. The drive is primarily highway-focused, allowing you to transition efficiently between the urban landscape of Cleveland and the destination of Wooster. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of pace, this direct route provides a reliable connection without the need for an overnight stay.
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
30.2 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by efficiency, as roughly 73% of your time will be spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your journey on I-71, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 43.8 miles. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you navigate onto Burbank Road and Quinby Avenue to reach your final destination. This transition moves you from the fast-paced flow of major transit corridors into the more localized road network of Wooster. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and direct access over winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Burbank Road. 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 18 significant decision points across 60.3 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 1.9 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 18 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.
8
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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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
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~5m in
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I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
10.4 mi into trip
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~14m in
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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 Along This Route
On the drive from Cleveland, OH to Wooster, 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 |
| Burbank Road | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| Quinby Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Avon Lake Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Innerbelt | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Ontario Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Front Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Bowman Street | 0.3 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 Wooster, 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
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 71
Use the none lane.
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 204
Toward SR 83: Wooster, Lodi
Use 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 left onto East Bowman Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Bowman Street
25
Turn left onto College Avenue
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
College Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
College Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of this 1 hour and 13-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 60.3-mile route, you can easily complete the entire trip in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is estimated at $9, so topping off your tank before you leave Cleveland will likely cover your needs for the duration of the trip. To ensure a smooth arrival, pay close attention to your transition from I-71 onto Burbank Road, as navigating the shift from high-speed interstate travel to local surface streets is the most critical part of your navigation.
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 30.2 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 36m 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 60.3 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.2 miles or 36m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wooster, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cleveland, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 60.3 miles and 1h 13m.
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 I 71 for about 43.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Cleveland, OH · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 60.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wooster, OH
The final approach into Wooster, 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 Wooster, 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
$9.02 one way
$18.04 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $10.07 | $20.14 |
| premium | $4.79 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.40 | $26.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Wooster, OH
Evening in Wooster on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
20 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 13m 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 Wooster, OH covers 60.3 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Burbank Road, Quinby Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 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 $9.02 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 18 significant decision points across 60.3 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 1.9 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 Wooster, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lodi along the way.
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