Origin
Girard, OH
Evening in Girard on Tuesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Girard, OH to Cleveland, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
70.5 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
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6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Girard, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Girard to Cleveland is a straightforward 70.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. Because this trip is entirely within the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition toward the lakefront. With a fuel cost of approximately $11, this drive is highly budget-friendly and perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You won't need an overnight stay to manage your time, as the route is short enough to complete in a single morning or afternoon. Expect a smooth, direct transit that prioritizes efficiency over scenic wandering.
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
35.2 miles from Girard, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 95% of your travel occurring on major interstates. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Ohio Turnpike, I-480, and the Outerbelt South Freeway, creating a very predictable experience behind the wheel. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 31.1 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, allowing for steady cruising speeds. While the path lacks the technical challenges of backroads, it offers a consistent pace that is ideal for getting from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity. Prepare for a standard interstate commute that emphasizes high-speed transit rather than winding exploration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South State Street 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 Girard, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Girard, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 80 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ohio Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 480 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 480 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South State Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Girard, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on West Liberty Street Southeast
144 ft
·
7 sec
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West Liberty Street Southeast
2
Turn right onto South State Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
South State Street
3
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
4
Merge slight left
2.6 mi
·
3 min
5
Keep slight right
4.5 mi
·
5 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 76 East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 80 West, I 76 East
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Cleveland
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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I 80 West: Cleveland
8
Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
10
Continue on I 480 West, SR 14 West: Cleveland
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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I 480 West, SR 14 West: Cleveland
11
Continue straight
11 mi
·
13 min
12
Continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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Outerbelt East Freeway
13
Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt South Freeway
7.1 mi
·
8 min
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Outerbelt South Freeway
14
Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt South Freeway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
469 ft
·
11 sec
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I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Cleveland
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 77 North: Cleveland
17
Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Willow Freeway
18
Take the exit slight right toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
19
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 14th Street
20
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
East 14th Street
21
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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East 14th Street
22
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Prospect Avenue East
23
Turn right onto East 9th Street
525 ft
·
20 sec
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East 9th Street
24
Turn left onto Euclid Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Euclid Avenue
25
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Roadway
518 ft
·
27 sec
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East Roadway
26
At the end of the road, turn left onto Rockwell Avenue
512 ft
·
20 sec
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Rockwell Avenue
27
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
187 ft
·
6 sec
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Frankfort Avenue
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under an hour and a half, you have significant flexibility when planning your departure. You can easily complete the entire 70.5-mile stretch without needing to schedule formal stops for rest or refueling, provided you start with a full tank. Keep in mind that since the route relies heavily on major arteries like the Ohio Turnpike and I-480, traffic volume during peak commuting hours can impact your arrival time. Aim to hit the road outside of standard morning or evening rush hours to ensure a stress-free experience. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your toll payment method handy, as the reliance on the Ohio Turnpike may require quick access to your transponder or toll fees.
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 35.2 miles from Girard, OH, or about 42m 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 70.5 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 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 1h 12m
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 Girard, 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 Girard, OH
This is one driving day of about 70.5 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Girard, 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 35.2 mi from Girard, OH · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Girard, 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
$10.94 one way
$21.88 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.63 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.57 | $31.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.40 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.87 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 Tuesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
5 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
1h 25m 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 Girard, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 70.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South State Street, I 80 West, Ohio Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Girard, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.94 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 Girard, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Girard, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Girard, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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