Origin
Wellston, OH
Evening in Wellston on Sunday
Local time
5:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wellston, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
188.6 mi
304 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wellston, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Alex Moliski
Trip Overview
Traveling from Wellston to Cuyahoga Falls covers 212.8 miles and takes approximately 3 hours and 27 minutes of driving time. Because this journey is a manageable length, it works perfectly as a single-day trip without requiring an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $31 on fuel for the trek across the Ohio landscape. Throughout the trip, you will navigate via North Pennsylvania Avenue, South Mulberry Street, and East Hunter Street. Since both your start and end points are located within the Midwest, you will remain in the familiar regional climate of Ohio for the duration of your travel.
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
94.3 miles from Wellston, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 212.8-mile distance, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The absence of major expressways means the pace remains steady and grounded in the local infrastructure. Because the route relies on smaller thoroughfares, you should anticipate frequent turns and a driving experience that demands more active engagement than a typical interstate slog.
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 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 86.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and North Pennsylvania Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 33.1 miles in near SR 93 / Zanesville Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33.1 miles (SR 93 / Zanesville Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles (US 22; SR 668 / East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 75.7 miles (US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
33.1 mi into trip
|
~50m in
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SR 93 / Zanesville Avenue
Turn left onto SR 93 / Zanesville Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
US 22; SR 668 / East Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 22; SR 668 / East Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
75.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
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US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
76.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Navigation decision point
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
7
188.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 86.3 mi | 1h 37m |
| North Pennsylvania Avenue | 32.3 mi | 48m |
| I 70 | 24.8 mi | 26m |
| East Main Street | 17.1 mi | 25m |
| SR 668 | 10.4 mi | 18m |
| Zanesville Avenue | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| State Route 668 | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| South Maysville Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 86.3 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellston, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
1
Start on East Broadway Street
22 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto SR 93
32 mi
·
48 min
·
North Pennsylvania Avenue
3
Continue on SR 93
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto SR 93
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Hunter Street
5
Turn left onto SR 93
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Zanesville Avenue
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Turn left onto SR 668
10 mi
·
18 min
·
SR 668
7
Turn left onto SR 37; SR 668
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
8
Turn right onto SR 668
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 668
9
Continue on SR 668
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Market Street
10
Turn right onto US 22; SR 668
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Main Street
11
Continue on US 22; SR 668
17 mi
·
25 min
·
East Main Street
12
Continue on US 22; SR 93
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Maysville Avenue
13
Continue on US 22; SR 93
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Putnam Avenue
14
Continue on US 22; SR 93
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South 6th Street
15
Turn right onto US 22; US 40; SR 93
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn left onto US 22; US 40; SR 60; SR 93; SR 146
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Underwood Street
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
18
Merge onto I 70
25 mi
·
26 min
·
I 70
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
20
Merge onto I 77
86 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
I 77
Use the none lane.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 5A
Toward Broad Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Broad Boulevard
23
Turn left onto 2nd Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Street
24
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 27-minute duration, it is best to depart early in the morning to avoid local traffic congestion on your local road segments. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turning can be more fatiguing than highway driving. Since you are not utilizing high-speed interstates, budget a little extra time for the journey to account for stop signs and local speed limits. Keep your $31 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling intervals, as local stations may have varying pricing. A helpful tip for this route is to map out your turns in advance, as navigating multiple local streets like East Hunter and South Mulberry requires careful attention to signage.
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 94.3 miles from Wellston, OH, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.3 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 80 miles or 2h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.3 miles or 2h 22m 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 30m
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 Wellston, 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 Wellston, OH
This is one driving day of about 188.6 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wellston, 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 77 for about 86.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 94.3 mi from Wellston, OH · 2h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 94.3 miles from Wellston, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.3 miles.
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
$28.21 one way
$56.42 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $31.50 | $63.00 |
| premium | $4.79 | $35.57 | $71.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.90 | $83.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.80 | $9.05 |
| Efficient EV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.50 | $7.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.4 | 0 | $26.40 | $12.07 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
5:35 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
16 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 9m 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 Wellston, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH covers 188.6 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, North Pennsylvania Avenue, I 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94.3 miles from Wellston, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.21 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.
This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 33.1 miles (SR 93 / Zanesville Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles (US 22; SR 668 / East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 75.7 miles (US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Wellston, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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