Origin
Lakewood, OH
Morning in Lakewood on Wednesday
Local time
8:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, OH to Valley, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
72.3 mi
116 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
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6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
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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Valley, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lakewood, OH to Valley, OH covers 72.3 miles and takes about 1h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 14, Outerbelt East Freeway, Outerbelt South Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.5 miles on SR 14. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.2 miles from Lakewood, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 46m highway drive covering 72.3 miles, with most of the trip on SR 14 and Outerbelt East Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.5 miles on SR 14.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 14 and Outerbelt East Freeway. 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 90.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 72.3 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 6.2 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.2 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
6.3 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward I 71 South, SR 176 South, I 77 South Alternate: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South, SR 176 South, I 77 South Alt...
7
6.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 176 South: Parma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 176 South: Parma
7
10 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward I 480, I 77 Alternate South: Youngstown, Toledo
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 480, I 77 Alternate South: Youngstown,...
9
22.5 mi into trip
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~32m in
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I 271; I 480 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271; I 480 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 480 East, SR 14: Streetsboro, Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23A-B
Toward I 480 East, SR 14: Streetsboro, Youngsto...
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 Valley, OH, road signs point toward Toledo, Youngstown and Ravenna.
Toledo
10 mi in
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~15m
Youngstown
22.5 mi in
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~32m
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via I 271; I 480
Ravenna
35.3 mi in
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~47m
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via SR 14
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 14 | 23.5 mi | 35m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 13.8 mi | 16m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 8 mi | 9m |
| Northwest Freeway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Cleveland East Liverpool Road | 4 mi | 5m |
| State Route 14 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| South Pricetown Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Valley Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
SR 14
— 23.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, OH and Valley, 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
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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 right at fork onto I 90
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
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I 90
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South, SR 176 South, I 77 South Alternate: Columbus
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 176 South: Parma
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto SR 176
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Jennings Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 480, I 77 Alternate South: Youngstown, Toledo
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 16A
Toward I 480 East: Youngstown
12
Merge onto I 480
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.8 mi
·
2 min
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 480
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
2.6 mi
·
3 min
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Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 271; I 480
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271; I 480
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Exit 23A-B
Toward I 480 East, SR 14: Streetsboro, Youngstown
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on I 271; I 480
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Exit 23A
Toward I 480 East, SR 14 East: Streetsboro, Youngstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on SR 14
24 mi
·
35 min
·
SR 14
Toward Ravenna
Use the straight lane.
20
Enter roundabout onto SR 14
422 ft
·
10 sec
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State Route 14
21
Continue on SR 14
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 14
22
Continue on SR 14
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Cleveland East Liverpool Road
23
Turn right onto SR 534
3.4 mi
·
6 min
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South Pricetown Road
24
Turn left onto US 62; SR 173
342 ft
·
8 sec
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Salem Alliance Road
25
Continue on US 62; SR 173
345 ft
·
10 sec
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Salem-Alliance Road
26
Turn right onto CR 405
2.5 mi
·
6 min
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Valley Road
27
Arrive at destination
CR 405
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.2 miles from Lakewood, OH, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.5 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 72.3 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Valley, 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 72.3 miles and 1h 46m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on SR 14 for about 23.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from Lakewood, OH · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 72.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Lakewood, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Valley, OH
The final approach into Valley, 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 Valley, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.22 one way
$22.44 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $12.45 | $24.91 |
| premium | $4.91 | $13.97 | $27.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.96 | $31.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.12 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Valley, OH
Morning in Valley on Wednesday
Local time
8:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mechanicsburg, PA
36 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
1 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
1h 46m 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 Valley, OH covers 72.3 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 14, Outerbelt East Freeway, Outerbelt South 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 36.2 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 $11.22 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 demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 72.3 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 6.2 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lakewood, OH and Valley, OH, road signs point toward Toledo, Youngstown and Ravenna.
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