Origin
New Franklin, OH
Evening in New Franklin on Sunday
Local time
8:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Franklin, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
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6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Alex Moliski
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from New Franklin to Cuyahoga Falls, you are looking at a brief 16.7-mile trip. This drive typically takes about 25 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. You will navigate using a combination of I-77, South Main Street, and East Turkeyfoot Lake Road. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, it is an incredibly economical route to traverse within the Midwest. Since the entire journey stays within Ohio, you will not have to worry about changing regional climates or time zones. It is a straightforward commute that requires no overnight stops, allowing you full flexibility to explore your destination upon arrival.
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
8.3 miles from New Franklin, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience as you transition between local roads and the interstate. Roughly 61% of your journey is spent on major highways, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs along I-77, covering 10.3 miles of your total travel. While the start and end points involve navigating local thoroughfares like South Main Street, the middle portion of the drive offers the high-speed efficiency typical of interstate travel. You will find that the road's personality shifts from the slower, surface-level streets of New Franklin into the faster, more industrial flow of the main highway corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and South Main Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near SR 619 / East Turkeyfoot Lake Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 3.2 miles (SR 619 / East Turkeyfoot Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (South Arlington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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SR 619 / East Turkeyfoot Lake Road
Turn right onto SR 619 / East Turkeyfoot Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
4.8 mi into trip
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~8m in
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South Arlington Road
Turn left onto South Arlington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
16.2 mi into trip
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~24m 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
5
16.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
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Broad Boulevard
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 10.3 mi | 13m |
| South Main Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| East Turkeyfoot Lake Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Arlington Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Nimisila Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Broad Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 10.3 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Franklin, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
1
Start on West Nimisila Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Nimisila Road
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn right onto SR 619
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Turkeyfoot Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto South Arlington Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Arlington Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 77 North: Akron
6
Merge onto I 77
10 mi
·
13 min
·
I 77
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 5A
Toward Broad Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
9
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Street
10
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 25-minute drive, you have plenty of scheduling freedom. You can easily depart at your convenience without needing to worry about extensive rest stops or meal planning, as the duration is quite manageable. Keep in mind that with zero planned stops, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, given the modest $3 fuel cost estimate. Pay close attention to the transition points where you merge from East Turkeyfoot Lake Road onto the interstate, as traffic density can fluctuate here. Treat this as a simple point-to-point transit that rewards early departures, allowing you to settle into Cuyahoga Falls well before your day's activities begin.
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 8.3 miles from New Franklin, OH, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.3 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 16.7 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
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 New Franklin, 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 New Franklin, OH
This is one driving day of about 16.7 miles and 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Franklin, 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 77 for about 10.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from New Franklin, OH · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.3 miles from New Franklin, 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
$2.50 one way
$5.00 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $2.79 | $5.58 |
| premium | $4.79 | $3.15 | $6.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
8:20 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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 New Franklin, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 16.7 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, South Main Street, East Turkeyfoot Lake Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 miles from New Franklin, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.50 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 16.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 3.2 miles (SR 619 / East Turkeyfoot Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (South Arlington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from New Franklin, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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