Origin
Mansfield, OH
Evening in Mansfield on Sunday
Local time
8:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
68.5 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mansfield, OH
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Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Alex Moliski
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Mansfield and Cuyahoga Falls, this 68.5-mile journey is an efficient choice. The trip typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, specifically I-71 and I-76, before transitioning onto the Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should cover your needs for this Midwest transit. Because of the manageable distance and duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
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
34.3 miles from Mansfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you traverse these 68.5 miles, with 92% of the drive occurring on high-speed roads. The route features a consistent interstate pace, punctuated by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 31.9 miles on I-71. You will find that the character of the drive remains relatively uniform, favoring efficiency over winding backroads or technical turns. As you navigate from Mansfield toward Cuyahoga Falls, the transition between highway systems is seamless, keeping you in a steady flow of traffic. This is a classic interstate-focused drive designed for those who prioritize speed and directness over the scenic detours of secondary highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 31.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 68.5 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 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.8 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
39.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, 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.
Exit 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
9
39.7 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
6
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
59.7 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
|
I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Akron
7
68 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward Broad Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5A
Toward Broad Boulevard
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Mansfield, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Akron along the way.
Akron
39.5 mi in
|
~47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 31.9 mi | 34m |
| I 76 | 20.3 mi | 24m |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Akron Expressway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Diamond Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Longview Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 31.9 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
106 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto South Park Street
391 ft
·
33 sec
·
South Park Street
3
Turn left onto SR 13
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Diamond Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto SR 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn right onto East Longview Avenue
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
East Longview Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 130
Toward US 30 East: Wooster
7
Merge onto US 30
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 176
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
9
Merge onto I 71
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 71
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 76; US 224
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76
Toward I 76 East: Akron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 76; I 77
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
17
Merge onto SR 8
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Akron Expressway
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 5A
Toward Broad Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
20
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Street
21
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 25 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the entire route is highway-oriented, keep an eye on traffic patterns as you approach the metropolitan areas near your destination. You do not need to worry about planning formal stops or rest breaks given the length of the drive, but having a small buffer in your schedule for peak-hour congestion is always a smart move. With a fuel cost of around $10, it is easy to keep your travel budget predictable. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the transition onto the Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway ahead of time, as this final segment marks the shift from long-haul interstate travel to your local arrival.
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 34.3 miles from Mansfield, OH, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.9 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 68.5 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 41m 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 9m
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 Mansfield, 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 Mansfield, OH
This is one driving day of about 68.5 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mansfield, 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 I 71 for about 31.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from Mansfield, OH · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Mansfield, 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
$10.25 one way
$20.49 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| premium | $4.79 | $12.92 | $25.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.22 | $30.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Evening in Cuyahoga Falls on Sunday
Local time
8:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
71°F
Lakewood, OH
34 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
22 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 25m 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 Mansfield, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 68.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, I 76, Martin Luther King Jr. 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 34.3 miles from Mansfield, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.25 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 19 significant decision points across 68.5 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 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.8 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Mansfield, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Akron along the way.
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