Origin
Perry, OH
Evening in Perry on Thursday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perry, OH to Cleveland, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
35.8 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Perry, OH
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Cleveland, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Perry to Cleveland, you are looking at a straightforward 35.7-mile journey through the Ohio Midwest. Expect to spend about 39 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stays. You will navigate via Narrows Road, North Ridge Road, and the Lakeland Freeway to complete the transit. With a fuel cost estimate of just $5, this is a budget-friendly commute or excursion. Because both locations are firmly within the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the entire drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense route perfect for those who prefer to keep their travel simple and efficient.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 35.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This 35.7-mile trek is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul. You will not spend any time on major highways, as the route maintains a 0% highway share. Because the longest stretch is zero miles on Narrows Road, you should be prepared for frequent turns and a more hands-on driving experience. Navigating through local roads means the pace remains steady rather than fast, requiring your full attention as you transition from Perry into the heart of Cleveland. Expect a journey characterized by local road traffic patterns rather than the monotonous rhythm of a long-distance highway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lakeland Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Lakeland Freeway and Cleveland Memorial Shoreway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near SR 2 / Lakeland Freeway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 35.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (SR 2 / Lakeland Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles (SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 2 / Lakeland Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 2 / Lakeland Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
33.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway toward SR 2 West: Downtown Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward SR 2 West: Downtown Cleveland
8
35.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward West 3rd Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward West 3rd Street
7
35.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
West Lakeside Avenue
Turn left onto West Lakeside Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
35.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20 / Rockwell Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Freeway | 28.5 mi | 34m |
| Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Narrows Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| North Ridge Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Ontario Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Lakeside Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lakeland Freeway
— 28.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on Main Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on Narrows Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Narrows Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 20
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Ridge Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 2
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Lakeland Freeway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on I 90; SR 2
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 2
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
Toward SR 2 West: Downtown Cleveland
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 195B
Toward West 3rd Street
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward West 3rd Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West 3rd Street
10
Turn left onto West Lakeside Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Lakeside Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Ontario Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Ontario Street
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 20
251 ft
·
9 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
13
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
186 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Frankfort Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from Perry, OH · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Perry, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cleveland, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cleveland, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.56 one way
$11.11 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.92 | $13.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
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
Cleveland, OH
Evening in Cleveland on Thursday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Wickliffe, OH
18 mi in
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
25 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
48m 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 Perry, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 35.8 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lakeland Freeway, Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Narrows 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 17.9 miles from Perry, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.56 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 35.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (SR 2 / Lakeland Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles (SR 2 / Cleveland Memorial Shoreway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Perry, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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