If you are looking to escape the city for a change of pace, this 187.1-mile journey from Cleveland to Sugar Creek is a manageable day trip. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 3 minutes behind the wheel, navigating away from the urban center on streets like West 3rd Street and West Superior Avenue. Since this route is entirely within the Midwest, you will notice a consistent regional character as you transition from the lakefront environment to the heart of Ohio. With a fuel budget of approximately $28, the trip is quite economical for a solo driver or a small group. You only need to plan for a single stop, making it an efficient way to cover the distance without feeling rushed. It is a straightforward trek that works perfectly if you want to be at your destination by the afternoon.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
93.5 miles from Cleveland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 187.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention compared to a standard interstate cruise. Because the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire time on local roads, which means you should anticipate frequent stops and varying speed limits. The route lacks long, monotonous stretches, keeping the pace dynamic as you navigate through different townships. You will find that the road requires steady focus rather than set-it-and-forget-it highway driving. This technical profile makes the trip feel more personal and connected to the landscape, as you avoid the generic experience of major multi-lane thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and State Route 21. 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.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 187.1 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 (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|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|~4m in|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|~36m in|SR 21 / State Route 21
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21 / State Route 21
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
69.4 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|US 250
Take the exit onto US 250
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
137.7 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 155
Toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
36.7 mi
39m
State Route 21
28.7 mi
35m
Willow Freeway
26 mi
31m
I 70
24.2 mi
26m
Roseville Road
13.8 mi
20m
Jefferson Street
12.6 mi
18m
US 62
9.8 mi
15m
US 250
9.6 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 36.7 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, OH and Sugar Creek, 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 left / straight lanes.
7
Take the ramp onto SR 10
0.2 mi·27 sec·SR 10
Toward I 77 South, I 490: AkronUse the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 77; SR 10
26 mi·31 min·Willow Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21
29 mi·35 min·State Route 21
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Turn straight onto US 62; SR 21
9.8 mi·15 min·US 62; SR 21
11
Continue on US 250
3.0 mi·3 min·US 250
12
Take the exit onto US 250
6.6 mi·7 min·US 250
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
37 mi·39 min·I 77
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 44BToward I 70 West: Columbus
15
Merge onto I 70
24 mi·26 min·I 70
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 155Toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
17
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Elm Street
18
Turn left onto North 7th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North 7th Street
19
Turn right onto US 22; SR 93
356 ft·11 sec·Marietta Street
20
Turn left onto US 22; SR 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Putnam Avenue
21
Turn slight right onto US 22; SR 93
1.9 mi·3 min·Maysville Avenue
22
Continue on US 22; SR 93
2.6 mi·4 min·Maysville Pike
23
Turn slight left
509 ft·18 sec
24
Continue on SR 93
14 mi·20 min·Roseville Road
25
Continue on SR 13
1.9 mi·2 min·SR 13
26
Turn left onto Town Hwy 312
1.5 mi·3 min·Town Hwy 312
27
Turn left onto SR 13
13 mi·18 min·Jefferson Street
28
Continue on SR 13; SR 78
0.4 mi·32 sec·North Main Street
29
Turn slight left onto SR 13; SR 78
0.7 mi·1 min·High Street
30
Continue on SR 13
1.1 mi·1 min·Lake Drive
31
Continue on SR 13
6.1 mi·9 min·South Main Street
32
Turn slight right onto SR 13
1.1 mi·2 min·SR 13
33
Turn left onto SR 13
2.1 mi·3 min·Main
34
Turn left onto CR 111
0.8 mi·2 min·Alderman Road
35
At end of road, turn left onto SR 550
0.9 mi·1 min·SR 550
36
Arrive at destination
SR 550
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 3-minute drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid local traffic bottlenecks near the start of your journey. Since you are sticking to local roads, build in extra time for your one planned stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Keeping your $28 gas budget in mind, it is wise to fill up before you leave Cleveland to ensure you aren't hunting for stations in unfamiliar areas. Because this is a turn-heavy route, having a reliable navigation system is essential to stay on track through the complex local turns. Use the flexibility of this shorter trip to enjoy the changing scenery at a relaxed, steady pace.
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 93.5 miles from Cleveland, OH, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.7 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 41 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.5 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sugar Creek, 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 187.1 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 36.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.5 mi from Cleveland, OH
· 1h 57m into the drive
The midpoint is around 93.5 miles from Cleveland, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sugar Creek, OH
The final approach into Sugar Creek, 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 Sugar Creek, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.04 one way
$58.07 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$32.23
$64.45
premium
$4.91
$36.16
$72.32
diesel
$5.61
$41.31
$82.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.1
0
$19.65
$8.98
Efficient EV
46.8
0
$16.37
$7.48
EV Truck/SUV
74.8
0
$26.19
$11.97
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Cleveland, OH
Late night
in Cleveland on Saturday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sugar Creek, OH
Late night
in Sugar Creek on Saturday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Cambridge, OH
94 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
7 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
4h 3m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Sugar Creek, OH covers 187.1 miles and takes about 4h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, State Route 21, Willow Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.5 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 $29.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 187.1 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 (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cleveland, OH to Sugar Creek, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
