Origin
Mad River, OH
Evening in Mad River on Thursday
Local time
6:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 56m
Distance
186 mi
299 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mad River, OH
Anna Buniak
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 186 miles and takes about 2h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Tecumseh Road, Dayton Springfield Road, Dayton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.87 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93 miles from Mad River, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 186 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 56m drive with frequent turns across 186 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Tecumseh 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 Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is easy. At 2h 56m 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 Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Tecumseh Road | — | — |
| Dayton Springfield Road | — | — |
| Dayton Road | — | — |
| Dayton Avenue | — | — |
| Bechtle Avenue | — | — |
| West Columbia Street | — | — |
| Lagonda Avenue | — | — |
| North Belmont Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Tecumseh Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mad River, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
1
Start on Wynn Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Wynn Road
2
Continue on South Tecumseh Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tecumseh Road
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Dayton Springfield Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Dayton Springfield Road
4
Continue on Dayton Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Dayton Road
5
Continue on Dayton Avenue
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Dayton Avenue
6
Continue on Bechtle Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Bechtle Avenue
7
Turn right onto West Columbia Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Columbia Street
8
Continue on Lagonda Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagonda Avenue
9
Turn left onto North Belmont Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Belmont Avenue
10
Turn right onto Mitchell Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Mitchell Boulevard
11
Continue on Lagonda Avenue
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Lagonda Avenue
12
Continue on Mechanicsburg Road
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Mechanicsburg Road
13
Continue on State Route 4
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 4
14
Continue on West Sandusky Street
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Sandusky Street
15
Turn slight left
9.6 mi
·
10 min
16
Keep slight right
3.7 mi
·
4 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 36 East: Delaware
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 36 East: Delaware
18
Turn left onto Delaware Avenue
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Delaware Avenue
19
Continue on West William Street
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West William Street
20
Continue on Sunbury Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
21
Continue on State Route 37 East
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 37 East
22
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
23
Merge slight left
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
24
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
25
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76, US 224 East: Akron
26
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
20 min
27
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
28
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 East: Akron
29
Keep slight left
1.8 mi
·
2 min
30
Take the exit slight left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
31
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Akron Expressway
32
Take the exit slight right toward Broad Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
33
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
34
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Street
35
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93 miles from Mad River, OH, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
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 41 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93 miles or 1h 28m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cuyahoga Falls, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mad River, 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 Mad River, OH
This is one driving day of about 186 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Mad River, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93 mi from Mad River, OH · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93 miles from Mad River, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The final approach into Cuyahoga Falls, 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 Cuyahoga Falls, 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
$28.87 one way
$57.73 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $32.04 | $64.07 |
| premium | $4.91 | $35.95 | $71.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.07 | $82.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.53 | $8.93 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.4 | 0 | $26.04 | $11.90 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Evening in Cuyahoga Falls on Thursday
Local time
6:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Berkshire, OH
93 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
7 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
2h 56m 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 Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 186 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Tecumseh Road, Dayton Springfield Road, Dayton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93 miles from Mad River, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.87 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.
The drive from Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is easy. At 2h 56m 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 Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mad River, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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