Origin
Lakewood, OH
Night in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
10:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, OH to Bexley, OH
Drive Time
2h 38m
Distance
137.6 mi
221 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 28m
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6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakewood, OH
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Bexley, OH
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Lakewood to Bexley is a straightforward 137.6-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 38 minutes. Because this is a compact drive within the Midwest, it serves perfectly as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $21 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable excursion for a weekend or a quick getaway. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, keeping the navigation simple and predictable. Since both ends of your trip are located within Ohio, you will stay within familiar territory for the duration of your travel. It is a practical choice if you value efficiency and want to reach your destination without the hassle of complex navigation.
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
68.8 miles from Lakewood, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 95% of your travel time spent on major roads. The bulk of your journey consists of a 130.8-mile stretch on I-71, which provides a consistent, high-speed experience for the majority of the trip. While you start by navigating local streets like Warren Road, the character of the drive quickly shifts to a steady interstate pace. Expect a fairly uniform experience behind the wheel, as the route is designed for moving efficiently between these two points. Because the interstate makes up such a significant portion of the mileage, you should be prepared for the steady flow of highway traffic that defines this corridor.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 130.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Warren Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near West 154th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 3.2 miles (West 154th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
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West 154th Street
Turn right onto West 154th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
134.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Spring Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 109B
Toward Downtown, Spring Street
6
136.8 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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US 40; US 62; SR 16 / East Broad Street
Turn left onto US 40; US 62; SR 16 / East Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 130.8 mi | 2h 22m |
| Warren Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| East Long Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West 150th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Broad Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lester Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 154th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 130.8 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, OH and Bexley, OH.
1
Start on Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
·
18 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Warren Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Warren Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on West 150th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 150th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto West 154th Street
489 ft
·
26 sec
·
West 154th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 71
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 71
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
130 mi
·
2 hr 21 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 109B
Toward Downtown, Spring Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Lester Drive
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Lester Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto East Long Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Long Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Monypenny Avenue
433 ft
·
20 sec
·
Monypenny Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 40; US 62; SR 16
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broad Street
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto Drexel Circle
134 ft
·
4 sec
·
Drexel Circle
14
Arrive at destination
Drexel Circle
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2 hours and 38 minutes on the road, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuter hours on I-71. Since the drive is relatively short, you only need to plan for one stop, which gives you plenty of flexibility to stretch your legs whenever you prefer. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate, as you will be covering over 130 miles on that single stretch without needing to exit for supplies. Being aware of the highway-heavy nature of the route means you should prioritize comfort and cruise control settings early on. If you want to keep the drive stress-free, finalize your route into Bexley via East Long Street ahead of time so you can transition smoothly from the highway into local streets.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.8 miles from Lakewood, OH, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 130.8 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.8 miles or 1h 20m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bexley, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, OH
This is one driving day of about 137.6 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lakewood, 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 71 for about 130.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.8 mi from Lakewood, OH · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 68.8 miles from Lakewood, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 130.8 miles.
Arriving in Bexley, OH
The final approach into Bexley, 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 Bexley, 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
$20.58 one way
$41.16 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $22.98 | $45.96 |
| premium | $4.79 | $25.95 | $51.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.57 | $61.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.45 | $6.60 |
| Efficient EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.04 | $5.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55 | 0 | $19.26 | $8.81 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Bexley, OH
Night in Bexley on Sunday
Local time
10:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Mansfield, OH
69 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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 38m 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 Lakewood, OH to Bexley, OH covers 137.6 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Warren Road, East Long Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.8 miles from Lakewood, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.58 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 3.2 miles (West 154th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lakewood, OH to Bexley, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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