Origin
Etna, OH
Afternoon in Etna on Thursday
Local time
2:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Etna, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
248.2 mi
399 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 45m
★
6 AM
4h 58m
8 AM
5h 25m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 9m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Etna, OH
Timo Volz
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Etna, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 248.2 miles and takes about 4h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, SR 7, SR 93 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 141.1 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
124.1 miles from Etna, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 58m. Total distance: 248.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 58m highway drive covering 248.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and SR 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 141.1 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 141.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 7. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 69.4 miles in near SR 7.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 248.2 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 69.4 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 95 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.2 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
69.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
SR 7
Turn left onto SR 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
95 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
|
US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
7
95.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
|
US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
5
106.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
I 77; WV 2
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
247.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 57m in
Take the exit toward Broad Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5A
Toward Broad Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Etna, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Beverly along the way.
Beverly
95 mi in
|
~2h 6m
|
via US 50
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 141.1 mi | 2h 36m |
| SR 7 | 45.5 mi | 53m |
| SR 93 | 23.5 mi | 38m |
| US 35 | 16.4 mi | 17m |
| East Main Street | 7 mi | 12m |
| US 50 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Corridor D | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| SR 735 | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 141.1 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Etna, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
1
Start on CR 4
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Etna-Waterloo Road
2
Turn right onto SR 93
24 mi
·
38 min
·
SR 93
3
Turn right onto SR 279
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Madison Street
4
Continue on SR 279
7.0 mi
·
12 min
·
East Main Street
5
Continue on SR 279
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Centerpoint Road
6
Turn right onto SR 279
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 279
7
Turn right onto US 35
16 mi
·
17 min
·
US 35
8
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 735
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 735
9
Turn left onto SR 7
19 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 7
10
Take the exit onto SR 7
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 7
Toward SR 7 North: Belpre
11
Turn left onto SR 7
25 mi
·
28 min
·
SR 7
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50; SR 7; SR 32
13
Take the exit onto US 50
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 50
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Corridor D
16
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
17
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
141 mi
·
2 hr 36 min
·
I 77; WV 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 5A
Toward Broad Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
20
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Street
21
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Trip Plan
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 124.1 miles from Etna, OH, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141.1 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 55 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.1 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cuyahoga Falls, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Etna, 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 Etna, OH
This is one driving day of about 248.2 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Etna, 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 141.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 124.1 mi from Etna, OH · 2h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
124 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 124.1 miles from Etna, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 141.1 miles.
Arriving in Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The final approach into Cuyahoga Falls, 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 Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.52 one way
$77.04 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
87 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $42.75 | $85.50 |
| premium | $4.91 | $47.97 | $95.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.80 | $109.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.5 | 0 | $26.06 | $11.91 |
| Efficient EV | 62.1 | 0 | $21.72 | $9.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.3 | 1 | $34.75 | $15.88 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Afternoon in Cuyahoga Falls on Thursday
Local time
2:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
7 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
4h 58m 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 Etna, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 248.2 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, SR 7, SR 93. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 124.1 miles from Etna, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.52 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 17 significant decision points across 248.2 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 69.4 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 95 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.2 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Etna, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Beverly along the way.
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