Origin
Steubenville, OH
Night in Steubenville on Sunday
Local time
9:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Steubenville, OH to Cleveland, OH
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
133.4 mi
215 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Steubenville, OH
Tom Fisk
Cleveland, OH
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
Traveling from Steubenville to Cleveland covers a total distance of 133.4 miles, typically taking about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this route is entirely local, it is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend roughly $19 on fuel to complete the journey through the Midwest. Navigating via Brady Circle West, Brady Avenue, and University Boulevard, you will remain off the major highways for the duration of the trip. This drive offers a straightforward connection between these two Ohio cities for travelers looking to avoid the interstate system.
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
66.7 miles from Steubenville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as 0% of this route consists of highway travel. Because you are sticking to local roads, there is no single long stretch of road; you will find the longest segment is 0 miles on Brady Circle West. This means you should stay alert, as the route requires frequent adjustments and constant engagement with local infrastructure. The personality of this drive is defined by its technical, winding nature rather than open-road cruising. You will navigate consistent turns throughout the entire 133.4-mile journey, so be prepared for a drive that demands your full attention.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Brady Circle West 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 Steubenville, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 2h 16m 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 Steubenville, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brady Circle West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brady Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dean Martin Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| River Lake Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 80 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ohio Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 480 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Brady Circle West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Steubenville, OH and Cleveland, OH.
1
Start on the route
0.1 mi
·
54 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Brady Circle West
308 ft
·
18 sec
·
Brady Circle West
3
Turn slight left
266 ft
·
10 sec
4
Continue on Brady Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brady Avenue
5
Continue on University Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
University Boulevard
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Dean Martin Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Dean Martin Boulevard
7
Take the exit slight right
22 mi
·
30 min
8
Take the exit straight
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
9
Keep slight left
341 ft
·
8 sec
10
Merge slight left onto River Lake Highway
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
River Lake Highway
11
Continue straight
34 mi
·
36 min
12
Take the exit slight left toward I 80 West: Cleveland
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West: Cleveland
13
Merge slight right
3.9 mi
·
4 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 76 East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West, I 76 East
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Cleveland
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West: Cleveland
16
Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
18
Continue on I 480 West, SR 14 West: Cleveland
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
I 480 West, SR 14 West: Cleveland
19
Continue straight
11 mi
·
13 min
20
Continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
21
Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt South Freeway
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
22
Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt South Freeway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
469 ft
·
11 sec
·
I 77 South, I 77 North: Akron, Cleveland
24
Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Cleveland
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 77 North: Cleveland
25
Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Willow Freeway
26
Take the exit slight right toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
27
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 14th Street
28
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
East 14th Street
29
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 14th Street
30
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Avenue East
31
Turn right onto Ontario Street
492 ft
·
21 sec
·
Ontario Street
32
Turn right onto South Roadway
233 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Roadway
33
Continue on East Roadway
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Roadway
34
At the end of the road, turn left onto Rockwell Avenue
512 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rockwell Avenue
35
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Avenue
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 16-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to cover the 133.4 miles, you can complete the trip in one go, though periodic breaks are always a smart way to stay sharp on such a turn-intensive path. Keep your fuel budget of $19 in mind when planning your total travel costs for the day. Because the route relies exclusively on local roads like University Boulevard and Brady Avenue, utilize a reliable GPS to track your turns carefully as you transition between these smaller streets. By choosing to leave during off-peak hours, you can better navigate the frequent turns without the added pressure of heavy local traffic.
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 66.7 miles from Steubenville, OH, or about 1h 8m 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.7 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Steubenville, 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 Steubenville, OH
This is one driving day of about 133.4 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Steubenville, 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 66.7 mi from Steubenville, OH · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.7 miles from Steubenville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.95 one way
$39.90 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $22.28 | $44.56 |
| premium | $4.79 | $25.16 | $50.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.64 | $59.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40 | 0 | $14.01 | $6.40 |
| Efficient EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.67 | $5.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.68 | $8.54 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Night in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
9:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Mina, NY
67 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 16m 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 Steubenville, OH to Cleveland, OH covers 133.4 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Brady Circle West, Brady Avenue, University Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.7 miles from Steubenville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.95 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 Steubenville, OH to Cleveland, OH is easy. At 2h 16m 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 Steubenville, OH to Cleveland, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Steubenville, OH to Cleveland, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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