Drive Time
3h 25m
Distance
173.1 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
The drive from Cleveland, OH to Belpre, OH covers 173.1 miles and takes about 3h 25m 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 turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.25 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
86.5 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 25m drive with frequent turns across 173.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Superior Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Roadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ontario Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Orange Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Willow Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 21 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Belpre, OH.
Start on Frankfort Avenue
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
Turn left onto West Superior Avenue
Turn right onto West Roadway
Turn right onto Ontario Street
Continue on Orange Avenue
Take the ramp straight toward I 77 South, I 490: Akron
Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on State Route 21
Turn straight
Continue straight
Take the exit right
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
Turn right onto Corridor D
Take the exit slight right toward WV 14: Downtown
Turn right
Continue on Parkersburg–Belpre Bridge
Continue on Washington Boulevard
Turn right onto Maple Street
Turn right
Turn right
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.5 miles or 1h 42m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belpre, OH than in the middle of the route.
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 173.1 miles and 3h 25m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.5 mi from Cleveland, OH · 1h 42m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
87 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 86.5 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Belpre, 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 Belpre, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$25.25 one way
$50.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $28.91 | $57.82 |
| premium | $4.79 | $32.64 | $65.29 |
| diesel | $4.30 | $29.33 | $58.66 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.6 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Cleveland on Saturday
Local time
4:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Belpre on Saturday
Local time
4:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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