Origin
McDonald, OH
Afternoon in McDonald on Thursday
Local time
3:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
77.5 mi
125 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McDonald, OH
Kenneth Surillo
Lakewood, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH covers 77.5 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Marshall Road, Owsley North Road, Salt Springs Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 77.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 77.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Marshall Road 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH is easy. At 1h 22m 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 McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Marshall Road | — | — |
| Owsley North Road | — | — |
| Salt Springs Road | — | — |
| I 80 West | — | — |
| Ohio Turnpike | — | — |
| I 71 | — | — |
| West 150th Street | — | — |
| Warren Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Marshall Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McDonald, OH and Lakewood, OH.
1
Start on Ohio Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ohio Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Marshall Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Marshall Road
3
Turn left onto Owsley North Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Owsley North Road
4
Turn left onto Salt Springs Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Salt Springs Road
5
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
6
Merge slight left
1.3 mi
·
1 min
7
Keep slight right
4.5 mi
·
5 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 76 East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West, I 76 East
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Cleveland
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West: Cleveland
10
Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
11
Keep slight left to continue on Ohio Turnpike
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 71: Cleveland, Columbus
13
Merge slight left
7.1 mi
·
8 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward West 150th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West 150th Street
15
Turn left onto West 150th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 150th Street
16
Continue on Warren Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Warren Road
17
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
·
11 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.8 mi from McDonald, OH · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.8 miles from McDonald, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lakewood, OH
The final approach into Lakewood, 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
$12.03 one way
$24.06 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.35 | $26.70 |
| premium | $4.91 | $14.98 | $29.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.11 | $34.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.14 | $3.72 |
| Efficient EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31 | 0 | $10.85 | $4.96 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Lakewood, OH
Afternoon in Lakewood on Thursday
Local time
3:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
10 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 22m 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 McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH covers 77.5 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Marshall Road, Owsley North Road, Salt Springs Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.8 miles from McDonald, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.03 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 McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH is easy. At 1h 22m 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 McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from McDonald, OH to Lakewood, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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