Origin
Maumee, OH
Late night in Maumee on Wednesday
Local time
2:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maumee, OH to Cleveland, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
116.1 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
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6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maumee, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Maumee to Cleveland, you are looking at a straightforward 116.1-mile journey across the Midwest. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 14 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $17, the trip is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Since the route is almost entirely highway-focused, you will spend the vast majority of your time cruising on the Ohio Turnpike and connecting freeways. It is a practical, efficient path that connects two major Ohio hubs without requiring an overnight stay. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive provides a reliable connection between these two Midwestern cities.
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
58 miles from Maumee, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a focused interstate experience, as 96% of this route takes place on major highways. You will settle into a rhythm quickly on the Ohio Turnpike, which hosts your longest uninterrupted stretch of 82.1 miles. Because the route relies heavily on the Ohio Turnpike and the Northwest Freeway, the drive maintains a consistent, high-speed pace throughout. Do not anticipate many technical turns or local backroads; this is a functional, highway-heavy path designed for efficiency. You will find that the character of the road remains steady from the moment you leave Maumee until you reach your destination in Cleveland.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 82.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Northwest Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 84.8 miles in near I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 116.1 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 84.8 miles (I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
84.8 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
114.6 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario 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 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario St...
9
114.9 mi into trip
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~2h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
7
115.8 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
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US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / South Roadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
116 mi into trip
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~2h 13m in
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 82.1 mi | 1h 27m |
| Northwest Freeway | 25.6 mi | 30m |
| Ohio Turnpike Connector | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| I 90 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Conant Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Ontario Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Reynolds Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Roadway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 82.1 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maumee, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on US 20; SR 25
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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Conant Street
2
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Reynolds Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
4
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
this road
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
6
Merge onto I 80; I 90
82 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
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Ohio Turnpike
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ohio Turnpike Connector
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 90; SR 2
26 mi
·
30 min
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Northwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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I 90
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 171
Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto US 422; SR 8; SR 10; SR 14; SR 43; SR 87
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ontario Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
232 ft
·
10 sec
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South Roadway
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 6; US 20
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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East Roadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20
513 ft
·
20 sec
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Rockwell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
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Frankfort Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 2-hour and 14-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 116.1 miles in one go without needing to plan for overnight stops. Given the heavy reliance on the Ohio Turnpike, be prepared to manage your fuel efficiency early, as the longest 82.1-mile stretch occurs primarily on this toll-managed thoroughfare. Keep your $17 fuel estimate in mind when planning your budget, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a sustained highway pace. Because there are no mandatory stops built into this route, feel free to pull off at your own discretion if you need a break from the interstate flow.
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 58 miles from Maumee, OH, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.1 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58 miles or 1h 5m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maumee, 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 Maumee, OH
This is one driving day of about 116.1 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maumee, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 82.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58 mi from Maumee, OH · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58 miles from Maumee, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.1 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cleveland, 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
$18.02 one way
$36.04 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $20.00 | $40.00 |
| premium | $4.91 | $22.44 | $44.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.63 | $51.27 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.24
Ohio Turnpike
(84.7 mi)
$4.24
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.19 | $5.57 |
| Efficient EV | 29 | 0 | $10.16 | $4.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.25 | $7.43 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Cleveland, OH
Late night in Cleveland on Wednesday
Local time
2:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Lakewood, OH
58 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
4 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
2h 14m 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 Maumee, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 116.1 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, Northwest Freeway, Ohio Turnpike Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58 miles from Maumee, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.02 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 11 significant decision points across 116.1 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 84.8 miles (I 90 / Ohio Turnpike Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Maumee, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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