Origin
Jefferson, OH
Afternoon in Jefferson on Thursday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jefferson, OH to Cleveland, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
57.9 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson, OH
Tom Fisk
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jefferson, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 57.9 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, Lakeland Freeway, State Route 307 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.1 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 57.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 57.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and Lakeland Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.1 miles on I 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Lakeland Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.9 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.9 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
41 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 90 / Euclid Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Euclid Spur toward Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Cleveland
8
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward West 3rd Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward West 3rd Street
7
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
West Lakeside Avenue
Turn left onto West Lakeside Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 34.1 mi | 37m |
| Lakeland Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| State Route 307 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Euclid Spur | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| State Route 45 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Chestnut Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Beech Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 34.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on SR 46; SR 307
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chestnut Street
2
Turn left onto SR 307
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Beech Street
3
Continue on SR 307
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 307
4
Turn right onto SR 45
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 45
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
6
Merge onto I 90
33 mi
·
36 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Euclid Spur
Toward Cleveland
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge onto I 90; SR 2
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Lakeland Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 90; SR 2
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 2
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
Toward SR 2 West: Downtown Cleveland
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 195B
Toward West 3rd Street
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward West 3rd Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West 3rd Street
15
Turn left onto West Lakeside Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Lakeside Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Ontario Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Ontario Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
251 ft
·
9 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
18
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Jefferson, OH · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Jefferson, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.99 one way
$17.97 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.97 | $19.95 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.19 | $22.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.78 | $25.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Cleveland on Thursday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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 12m 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 Jefferson, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 57.9 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, Lakeland Freeway, State Route 307. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 miles from Jefferson, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.99 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.9 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jefferson, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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