Origin
Massillon, OH
Night in Massillon on Friday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Massillon, OH to Cleveland, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
54.1 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Massillon, OH
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Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
Massillon, OH to Cleveland, OH is 54.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 8 minutes via Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive keeps you within the Midwest region, specifically within Ohio for the entire journey. It's a local-feeling trip, meaning you'll be navigating city streets and connecting roads rather than major interstates. Given its short duration and minimal highway use, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion, offering a simple way to travel between these two Ohio cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 54.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 54.1-mile trip, with no highway time contributing to the 1 hour 8 minute journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 51.5 miles on Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest. This suggests a route that primarily utilizes main local roads, potentially weaving through neighborhoods and commercial areas. You'll be making frequent turns, so staying attentive to navigation is key as you transition between 1st Street Northeast and East 14th Street, among other local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest is the longest continuous segment at about 51.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 52.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 52.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (Prospect Avenue East): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
52.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
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 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
8
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward East 14th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward East 14th Street
6
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
Prospect Avenue East
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
US 6; US 20 / East Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / East Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest | 51.5 mi | 1h 2m |
| 1st Street Northeast | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East 14th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Euclid Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Avenue East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 9th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Roadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rockwell Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest
— 51.5 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Massillon, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on SR 172; SR 241
118 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lincoln Way East
2
Turn right onto 1st Street Northeast
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street Northeast
3
Turn left onto SR 236
331 ft
·
9 sec
·
Lake Avenue Northwest
4
Turn right onto SR 21
51 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 162B
Toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward East 14th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East 14th Street
8
Keep slight left at fork onto East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
9
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Prospect Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto East 9th Street
523 ft
·
19 sec
·
East 9th Street
11
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
518 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Roadway
Use the right lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.1 mi from Massillon, OH · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.1 miles from Massillon, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cleveland, OH
The final approach into Cleveland, 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
$8.40 one way
$16.79 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.32 | $18.64 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.46 | $20.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.94 | $23.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Cleveland, OH
Night in Cleveland on Friday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
8 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 8m 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 Massillon, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest, 1st Street Northeast, East 14th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 miles from Massillon, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.40 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 52.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (Prospect Avenue East): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Massillon, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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