Hicksville, OH to Cleveland, OH is 184.2 miles and takes about 3h 36m via Ohio Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within the Midwest region, specifically Ohio, making it a straightforward journey. With nearly 90% of the route on highways, expect a fairly direct path. This trip is well-suited for a single day, offering a practical connection between these two Ohio cities without requiring an overnight stay. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient drive with predictable road conditions.
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
92.1 miles from Hicksville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 184.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 89% of the 184.2 miles on major freeways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 116.1 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, which forms the backbone of this journey. The route begins on roads like Northwest Freeway and US 127 before merging onto the turnpike. Expect a consistent, high-speed driving experience for the majority of the trip, characterized by limited interaction with local traffic.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 116.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Northwest Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 152.9 miles in near I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 184.2 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 152.9 miles (I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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152.9 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
182.8 mi into trip|~3h 32m in
Take the exit toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario St...
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183 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
7
183.9 mi into trip|~3h 35m in|US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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184.1 mi into trip|~3h 36m in|US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
116.1 mi
2h 4m
Northwest Freeway
25.6 mi
30m
US 127
11.6 mi
13m
East High Street
8.5 mi
12m
US 20A
4.5 mi
6m
Farmer Mark Road
3.8 mi
5m
Ohio Turnpike Connector
2.6 mi
2m
SR 2
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 116.1 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hicksville, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
130 ft·5 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 2; SR 18; SR 49
8.5 mi·12 min·East High Street
3
Turn right onto SR 2; SR 249
2.0 mi·3 min·SR 2; SR 249
4
Turn left onto SR 2
3.8 mi·5 min·Farmer Mark Road
5
Continue on SR 2
0.9 mi·1 min·Bryan Street
6
Continue on 12.C
1.8 mi·2 min·County Road 12.C
7
Continue on Center Street
1.2 mi·1 min·Center Street
8
Continue on West Wilson Street
0.1 mi·17 sec·West Wilson Street
9
Turn left onto US 127; SR 2; SR 15
1.0 mi·1 min·South Main Street
10
Turn right onto US 127
12 mi·13 min·US 127
11
Continue on US 20A
4.5 mi·6 min·US 20A
12
Turn left onto SR 66
0.7 mi·1 min·SR 66
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
15
Merge onto I 80; I 90
116 mi·2 hr 4 min·Ohio Turnpike
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
2.6 mi·2 min·Ohio Turnpike Connector
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on I 90; SR 2
26 mi·30 min·Northwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.7 mi·2 min·I 90
Use the slight right lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 171Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario StreetUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·42 sec
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario StreetUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.7 mi·1 min·Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
232 ft·10 sec·South Roadway
Use the right lane.
23
Continue on US 6; US 20
0.1 mi·28 sec·East Roadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft·20 sec·Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft·6 sec·Frankfort Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 36m estimated duration, departing Hicksville in the morning allows ample time to reach Cleveland before evening. While the drive is manageable in one day, the longest stretch on the Ohio Turnpike is over 116 miles, so plan a brief stop for fuel or a stretch before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $29 is a good baseline, but always check current prices. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey; however, don't wait too long to refuel if your tank is low before entering the turnpike.
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 92.1 miles from Hicksville, OH, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.1 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 41 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.1 miles or 1h 51m 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 54m
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 Hicksville, 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 Hicksville, OH
This is one driving day of about 184.2 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Hicksville, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 116.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.1 mi from Hicksville, OH
· 1h 51m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
near mile 177.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.59 one way
$57.17 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$31.73
$63.45
premium
$4.91
$35.60
$71.20
diesel
$5.61
$40.67
$81.34
Estimated Tolls: $5.93
Ohio Turnpike
(118.7 mi)$5.93
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.3
0
$19.34
$8.84
Efficient EV
46.1
0
$16.12
$7.37
EV Truck/SUV
73.7
0
$25.79
$11.79
Gas CO2
64 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 18, 2026
Origin
Hicksville, OH
Late night
in Hicksville on Saturday
Local time
3:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cleveland, OH
Late night
in Cleveland on Saturday
Local time
3:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Partly Cloudy
E 3 to 14 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
9 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
3h 36m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hicksville, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 184.2 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, Northwest Freeway, US 127. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.1 miles from Hicksville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.59 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 184.2 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 152.9 miles (I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hicksville, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
