Origin
Poland, OH
Afternoon in Poland on Saturday
Local time
12:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Poland, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
52.9 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Poland, OH
Dominik Gryzbon
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Poland, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 52.9 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 76, I 80, Wickliffe Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.1 miles on I 76. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 52.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 8m highway drive covering 52.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 76 and I 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 28.1 miles on I 76.
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.
I 76 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and I 80. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 45.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 45.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles (CR 81 / Mogadore Road): Navigation decision point; at 48.7 miles (East Howe Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
45.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward County Road 18, Tallmadge
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 31
Toward County Road 18, Tallmadge
4
45.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
CR 81 / Mogadore Road
Turn right onto CR 81 / Mogadore Road
Navigation decision point
5
48.7 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
East Howe Road
Enter roundabout onto East Howe Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
Tallmadge Road
Turn slight right onto Tallmadge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
5
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
2nd Street
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Poland, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH, road signs point toward County Road 18 and Tallmadge.
County Road 18
45.4 mi in
|
~53m
Tallmadge
45.4 mi in
|
~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 76 | 28.1 mi | 30m |
| I 80 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Boardman Parkway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| South Shore Expressway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East Howe Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Howe Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Tallmadge Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 76
— 28.1 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poland, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
1
Start on US 224
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West McKinley Way
2
Continue on US 224
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Boardman Poland Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 680 North: Youngstown
4
Merge onto I 680
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Boardman Parkway
5
Continue on I 680
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Shore Expressway
6
Continue on I 680
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Wickliffe Expressway
7
Merge onto I 80
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 80
8
Continue on I 76
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 31
Toward County Road 18, Tallmadge
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto CR 81
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Mogadore Road
11
Turn left onto TH 83
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Howe Road
12
Enter roundabout onto East Howe Road
208 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Howe Road
13
Continue on East Howe Road
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
East Howe Road
14
Turn slight right onto Tallmadge Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Tallmadge Road
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
15
Continue on Broad Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
16
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Street
17
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.4 mi from Poland, OH · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Poland, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.21 one way
$16.42 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.11 | $18.22 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.22 | $20.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Cuyahoga Falls on Saturday
Local time
12:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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
1h 8m 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 Poland, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 52.9 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 76, I 80, Wickliffe Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.4 miles from Poland, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.21 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 52.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 45.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles (CR 81 / Mogadore Road): Navigation decision point; at 48.7 miles (East Howe Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Poland, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH, road signs point toward County Road 18 and Tallmadge.
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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