How far is Cleveland, OH from Spencer, OH?
The driving distance from Cleveland, OH to Spencer, OH is about 46.4 miles (74.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.4 miles (57 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lorain County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cleveland and Spencer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland and Spencer.
-
1
Start on Frankfort Avenue
48 m · 12 sec · Frankfort Avenue
-
2
Turn left onto West 3rd Street
103 m · 17 sec · West 3rd Street
-
3
Turn left onto West Superior Avenue
96 m · 15 sec · West Superior Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto West Roadway
153 m · 23 sec · West Roadway
-
5
Turn right onto Ontario Street
2378 ft · 1 min · Ontario Street
-
6
Turn slight right onto I 90 West, SR 10 West
109 m · 14 sec
-
7
Take the ramp straight toward I 90 West
2957 ft · 1 min
-
8
Merge slight left onto Innerbelt
2935 ft · 45 sec · Innerbelt
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 71 South: Columbus
1.2 mi · 1 min
-
10
Keep slight right
7.3 mi · 9 min
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on Berea Freeway
3062 ft · 38 sec · Berea Freeway
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 480 West: Toledo
3118 ft · 1 min
-
13
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt South Freeway
8.3 mi · 10 min · Outerbelt South Freeway
-
14
Keep slight left to continue on State Route 10
3 mi · 3 min · State Route 10
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward SR 83: North Ridgeville, Wooster
1214 ft · 36 sec
-
16
Turn left onto State Route 83 Alternate
1365 ft · 35 sec · State Route 83 Alternate
-
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Butternut Ridge Road
548 ft · 11 sec · Butternut Ridge Road
-
18
Continue on Lorain Road
931 ft · 27 sec · Lorain Road
-
19
Turn sharp right onto Avon Belden Road
8 mi · 11 min · Avon Belden Road
-
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Avon Belden Road
26 m · 1 sec · Avon Belden Road
-
21
Exit the roundabout onto Avon Belden Road
71 m · 3 sec · Avon Belden Road
-
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Avon Belden Road
39 m · 2 sec · Avon Belden Road
-
23
Exit the roundabout onto Avon Belden Road
2.5 mi · 3 min · Avon Belden Road
-
24
Continue on Avon Lake Road
2.2 mi · 2 min · Avon Lake Road
-
25
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Avon Lake Road
120 m · 6 sec · Avon Lake Road
-
26
Exit the roundabout onto Avon Lake Road
4.7 mi · 5 min · Avon Lake Road
-
27
Turn right onto Chatham Road
4.7 mi · 8 min · Chatham Road
-
28
Continue on East Main Street
2595 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
-
29
Continue on North Main Street
24 m · 2 sec · North Main Street
-
30
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cleveland and Spencer.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt South Freeway
8.29 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Cleveland and Sunny near Spencer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cleveland to Spencer?
The road trip is about 46.4 miles (74.7 km) and usually takes 01h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Ridgeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.2 miles from Cleveland and 23.2 miles from Spencer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.4 miles (57 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.08 one way or $12.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cleveland and Sunny near Spencer.
Stop Ideas Near North Ridgeville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Ridgeville.
Elyria
Cleveland Lakefront station
Sandusky
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cleveland and Spencer. Straight-line distance: 35.41 mi (56.98 km).
#1 Cleveland
The second most populous city in Ohio and the center of the Cleveland metropolitan area.
| Population | 378,589 |
| Coordinates | 41.4995000, -81.6954100 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Spencer
Village in Spencer Township located in Medina County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 2,059 |
| Coordinates | 41.1003300, -82.1232100 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Spencer (-82.12321, 41.10033)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $6.08 | $12.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $6.96 | $13.91 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $7.86 | $15.71 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Ohio · May 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.