Origin
Delaware, OH
Evening in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaware, OH to Cleveland, OH
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
127.6 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
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6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware, OH
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Cleveland, OH
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
Traveling from Delaware to Cleveland covers 127.6 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes. This Midwestern journey is well-suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $19, the drive remains an affordable way to navigate between these two Ohio cities. You will primarily utilize Sunbury Road, State Route 37 East, and the Innerbelt to reach your destination. Because the route consists entirely of local roads without any highway stretches, it provides a different experience than a standard interstate commute. Use this straightforward path if you prefer a direct, no-fuss connection across the state.
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
63.8 miles from Delaware, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, forcing you to navigate local infrastructure for the entire 127.6-mile duration. There is no single long stretch to cruise on, as the longest segment is 0 miles on Sunbury Road, indicating a constant need for navigation. The road's personality is defined by its technical nature and frequent changes in direction. You will feel the transition from the local streets of Delaware through to the Innerbelt as you approach Cleveland, making it a hands-on driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunbury Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Delaware, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 2h 4m 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 Delaware, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunbury Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 37 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Innerbelt | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 422 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 422 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ontario Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Roadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Roadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Sunbury Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on West William Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West William Street
2
Continue on Sunbury Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
3
Continue on State Route 37 East
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 37 East
4
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
5
Merge slight left
89 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
6
Keep slight left
28 mi
·
31 min
7
Merge slight left onto Innerbelt
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Innerbelt
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
10
Turn straight onto Ontario Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ontario Street
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Roadway
233 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Roadway
12
Continue on East Roadway
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Roadway
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Rockwell Avenue
512 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
14
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 2-hour and 4-minute trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic bottlenecks. You should plan to keep your fuel budget around $19, but it is wise to fill up before you leave Delaware to avoid searching for stations along the more winding local sections. Because the route is entirely local, be prepared for frequent stops at intersections rather than the steady pace of a highway. My best tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation app active and ready, as the turn-heavy nature of the route through local roads can make missing a single turn frustrating. Enjoy the freedom of a day trip that gets you to Cleveland without the stress of an overnight commitment.
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 63.8 miles from Delaware, OH, or about 1h 2m 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 80 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.8 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delaware, 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 Delaware, OH
This is one driving day of about 127.6 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delaware, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.8 mi from Delaware, OH · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.8 miles from Delaware, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cleveland, OH
The final approach into Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, 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
$19.08 one way
$38.17 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $21.31 | $42.62 |
| premium | $4.79 | $24.06 | $48.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.35 | $56.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.40 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.86 | $8.17 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Cleveland, OH
Evening in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Mansfield, OH
64 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
15 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
2h 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 Delaware, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 127.6 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunbury Road, State Route 37 East, Innerbelt. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.8 miles from Delaware, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.08 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.
The drive from Delaware, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 2h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Delaware, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Delaware, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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