Origin
Middleburg Heights, OH
Evening in Middleburg Heights on Sunday
Local time
8:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middleburg Heights, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Drive Time
45m
Distance
37.7 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middleburg Heights, OH
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Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Alex Moliski
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Middleburg Heights to Cuyahoga Falls, you are in for a quick, efficient trip through the Midwest. Covering just 37.7 miles, this drive typically takes about 45 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You will primarily utilize I-80 and the Ohio Turnpike to navigate between these two Ohio locations. With an estimated fuel cost of only $6, it is an incredibly budget-friendly excursion. Because the duration is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or splitting the trip into multiple days. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense commute that allows for maximum flexibility in your scheduling.
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
18.9 miles from Middleburg Heights, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike long-haul interstate routes, this journey features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend your time navigating local roads rather than cruising on monotonous stretches of pavement. You will not encounter any long, uninterrupted segments, as the longest stretch on I-80 is 0 miles. The route shifts constantly, requiring your full attention as you transition between local turn-heavy sections. It is a practical, functional drive that favors agility over high-speed highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Middleburg Heights, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is easy. At 45m 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 Middleburg Heights, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 80 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ohio Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 8 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 8 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Akron Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broad Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 80
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middleburg Heights, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
1
Start on Pearl Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Road
2
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
3
Merge slight left
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 80: Youngstown, Toledo, Ohio Turnpike
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 80: Youngstown, Toledo, Ohio Turnpike
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Youngstown
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 East: Youngstown
6
Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
7
Take the exit slight right toward SR 8: Akron
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 8: Akron
8
Keep slight left to continue on SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road
9
Keep slight left to continue on SR 8 South: Akron
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
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SR 8 South: Akron
10
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Akron Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Broad Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
12
Turn right onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
13
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft
·
4 sec
·
2nd Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip takes less than an hour, you have the luxury of departing whenever fits your schedule best. You won’t need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 37.7-mile distance is easily manageable in one sitting. Keep in mind that because this is a turn-heavy local route, it is wise to stay alert and map your turns carefully before you head out. With fuel costs capped at about $6, ensure your tank is topped off if you prefer not to worry about refueling immediately upon arrival. Embracing the short duration gives you the advantage of planning your destination arrival time with high precision.
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 18.9 miles from Middleburg Heights, OH, or about 22m 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 37.7 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.9 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
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 Middleburg Heights, 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 Middleburg Heights, OH
This is one driving day of about 37.7 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Middleburg Heights, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.9 mi from Middleburg Heights, OH · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Middleburg Heights, 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
$5.64 one way
$11.28 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $6.30 | $12.59 |
| premium | $4.79 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.38 | $16.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
8:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
45m 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 Middleburg Heights, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 37.7 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, I 80 East, Ohio Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 miles from Middleburg Heights, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.64 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.
The drive from Middleburg Heights, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is easy. At 45m 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 Middleburg Heights, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Middleburg Heights, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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