Trip from New Paris, 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

4h 34m

Distance

245.1 mi

395 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 22m ★

6 AM

4h 35m

8 AM

5h 2m

10 AM

4h 44m

12 PM

4h 42m

3 PM

4h 46m

5 PM

5h 0m

8 PM

4h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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New Paris, OH

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city in and county seat of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Cleveland, OH

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Trip Overview

This 245.1-mile drive from New Paris, OH, to Cleveland, OH, is a straightforward 4-hour and 34-minute journey, making it an ideal one-day trip. Primarily utilizing I-71, I-70, and I-670, this route focuses heavily on highway travel, with 97% of the drive on major interstates. Budget around $38 for fuel, and anticipate a single recommended stop along the way. The path cuts through the heart of Ohio, offering a practical and efficient transit between two Midwest hubs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

122.6 miles from New Paris, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 34m. Total distance: 245.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for the vast majority of this trip, as 97% of the route is on interstates. You'll encounter one significant stretch of uninterrupted driving for 138.4 miles on I-71. While the profile is predominantly highway, the nature of interstate travel means you'll be navigating varying traffic patterns and speed limits as you progress towards Cleveland. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a direct and efficient connection.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 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 138.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 99.1 miles in near I 670.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 245.1 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 99.1 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.5 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

99.1 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in | I 670

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 670 East: Airport

103.5 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | North Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

104.1 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 71 North: Cleveland

243.7 mi into trip | ~4h 30m 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...

244 mi into trip | ~4h 31m 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

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	138.4 mi	2h 31m
I 70	95.9 mi	1h 44m
I 670	4.3 mi	5m
South Washington Street	1.6 mi	2m
National Road	1.3 mi	1m
Innerbelt	0.9 mi	1m
Ontario Street	0.7 mi	1m
North Innerbelt	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 138.4 mi, about 2h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Paris, OH and Cleveland, OH.

Start on this road

157 ft · 13 sec · this road

Turn right onto West Main Street

178 ft · 10 sec · West Main Street

Turn right onto SR 121

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Washington Street

Turn right onto US 40

1.3 mi · 1 min · National Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 70 East, US 35 South: Dayton, Ohio

Merge onto I 70; US 35

1.5 mi · 1 min · I 70; US 35

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

24 mi · 26 min · I 70

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

21 mi · 23 min · I 70

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

49 mi · 53 min · I 70

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 670

Toward I 670 East: Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North Innerbelt

Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 71

111 mi · 2 hr · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 71

28 mi · 31 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 90

0.9 mi · 1 min · Innerbelt

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 171 Toward US 422, SR 14: Orange Avenue, Ontario Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 42 sec

Toward US 422 West, SR 14 West: Ontario Street Use the slight right lane.

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.

At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20

232 ft · 10 sec · South Roadway

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 6; US 20

0.1 mi · 28 sec · East Roadway

Use the left / straight lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 20

513 ft · 20 sec · Rockwell Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue

186 ft · 6 sec · Frankfort Avenue

Arrive at destination

Frankfort Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour and 34-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you to reach Cleveland with ample time to spare. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to take breaks as needed, perhaps breaking up the 138.4-mile stretch on I-71. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments, and plan your refueling stops accordingly. The estimated fuel cost of $38 is a good baseline for budgeting this 245.1-mile trip.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 122.6 miles from New Paris, OH, or about 2h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.4 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 54 miles or 1h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.6 miles or 2h 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving New Paris, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Paris, OH

This is one driving day of about 245.1 miles and 4h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from New Paris, OH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 138.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 122.6 mi from New Paris, OH · 2h 17m into the drive

village in Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cardington, OH

123 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

Beavercreek, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dublin, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.6 miles from New Paris, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 138.4 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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Buckeye Food Stop

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 105.1

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

The Eagle | Short North

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

1.2 mi

Trivs Restaurant and Lounge

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Strongsville, Ohio

1.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 105.1

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

1.7 mi

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

2.5 mi

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 105.1

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 105.1

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Fountain of Eternal Life

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 245.1

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 245.1

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Closed

+17187096643

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.04 one way

$76.08 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$42.22	$84.43
premium	$4.91	$47.37	$94.74
diesel	$5.61	$54.11	$108.23

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	73.5	0	$25.74	$11.76
Efficient EV	61.3	0	$21.45	$9.80
EV Truck/SUV	98	1	$34.31	$15.69

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

New Paris, OH

Late night in New Paris on Saturday

Local time

3:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cleveland, OH

Late night in Cleveland on Saturday

Local time

3:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°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

2 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

4h 34m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from New Paris, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 245.1 miles and takes about 4h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, I 70, I 670. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 122.6 miles from New Paris, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from New Paris, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Cleveland, OH

Nearby Places

Buckeye Food Stop

Bottoms Up Coffee

Buckeye Food Stop

The Eagle | Short North

Trivs Restaurant and Lounge

Carriage Inn Restaurant

Haveli Bistro

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

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Varsity Club Restaurant & Bar

Bottoms Up Coffee

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

Moonbird Coffee Co.

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Wendy Park

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Scioto Audubon Metro Park

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Travel Intel

New Paris, OH

Cleveland, OH

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 34m on the road

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