Origin
Lakewood, OH
Late night in Lakewood on Saturday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, OH to Norton, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
42 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
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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Norton, OH
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Trip Overview
Lakewood to Norton is 42 miles and takes about 55 minutes via Willow Freeway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip connecting two points within Ohio. You'll primarily be on highways, making it a quick and efficient journey for anyone looking to cover short distances without much fuss. Given its short duration and limited stops, this route is ideal for a spontaneous drive or when you simply need to get from point A to point B with minimal time commitment. It's a practical choice for a quick connection within the Midwest region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 42 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 88% of the journey taking place on major roads like Willow Freeway and State Route 21. Expect a consistent pace for most of the 42 miles, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 25 miles on Willow Freeway. The character of the route leans towards efficiency, meaning you're likely to experience faster speeds and fewer interruptions compared to more scenic, winding paths. The Northwest Freeway also contributes to this highway feel, keeping you moving smoothly for the majority of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Willow Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 25 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Willow Freeway and State Route 21. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in near I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 42 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles (I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway toward To I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward To I 77
7
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 77: Downtown, Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 77: Downtown, Akron
7
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 77 South: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 77 South: Akron
7
39.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward I 76, US 224 East, I 77 Alternate South: Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 76, US 224 East, I 77 Alternate South:...
8
41.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Cleveland-Massillon Road, Norton
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 14
Toward Cleveland-Massillon Road, Norton
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lakewood, OH and Norton, OH, road signs point toward To I 77 and Akron.
To I 77
6.2 mi in
|
~10m
|
via I 490
Akron
8.1 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Freeway | 25 mi | 30m |
| State Route 21 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Northwest Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Troy Lee James Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| I 76 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Warren Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| South Cleveland Massillon Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Willow Freeway
— 25 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, OH and Norton, OH.
1
Start on Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
·
18 sec
·
Franklin Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Warren Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Warren Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto South Marginal Drive
302 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Marginal Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 90 East: Cleveland
5
Merge onto I 90
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 490
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Troy Lee James Highway
Toward To I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
432 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 77: Downtown, Akron
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 77 South: Akron
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 77
25 mi
·
30 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 21
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 76, US 224 East, I 77 Alternate South: Akron
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 76; US 224
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76; US 224
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 14
Toward Cleveland-Massillon Road, Norton
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto South Cleveland Massillon Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cleveland Massillon Road
15
Arrive at destination
South Cleveland Massillon Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21 mi from Lakewood, OH · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Lakewood, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norton, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Norton, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.52 one way
$13.04 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.23 | $14.47 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.12 | $16.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.27 | $18.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Norton, OH
Late night in Norton on Saturday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Northfield, OH
21 mi in
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
8 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
55m 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 Norton, OH covers 42 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Willow Freeway, State Route 21, Northwest Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21 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 $6.52 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 is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 42 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles (I 490 / Troy Lee James Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lakewood, OH and Norton, OH, road signs point toward To I 77 and Akron.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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