How far is Cuyahoga Falls, OH from North Olmsted, OH?

The driving distance from Cuyahoga Falls, OH to North Olmsted, OH is about 41.1 miles (66.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30 miles (48.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
41.1 mi
00h 52m
Flight
29.97 mi
48.23 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
29.97 mi
Kilometers
48.23 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.1 mi
Kilometers
66.15 km
Drive Time
00h 52m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in North Olmsted
Tue, May 12, 8:41 PM EDT
Return by in Cuyahoga Falls
Tue, May 12, 9:34 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cuyahoga Falls
2026-05-12T19:49
Arrive North Olmsted
Tue, May 12, 8:41 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:53 AM to 10:53 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cuyahoga Falls
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Broadview Heights
OH

City in the state of Ohio, United States

From Cuyahoga Falls
20.5 mi
00h 26m
To North Olmsted
20.6 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Tuesday

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 7 mph S
Destination
64°F
Tuesday

Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 9 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cuyahoga Falls and North Olmsted.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cuyahoga Falls and North Olmsted.

  1. 1

    Start on 2nd Street

    8 m · 8 sec · 2nd Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Broad Boulevard

    1016 ft · 31 sec · Broad Boulevard

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left

    2021 ft · 49 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway

    8.3 mi · 10 min · Akron Expressway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Toledo, Youngstown

    2585 ft · 2 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West: Toledo

    2172 ft · 53 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike

    18.1 mi · 19 min · Ohio Turnpike

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 71: Cleveland, Columbus

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    5.1 mi · 6 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 480: Airport - Toledo, Youngstown

    2196 ft · 54 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 480 West: Airport, Toledo

    3208 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Outerbelt South Freeway

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Outerbelt South Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Clague Road, Westlake, Fairview Park

    1518 ft · 37 sec

  14. 14

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Clague Road

    861 ft · 27 sec · Clague Road

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Brookpark Road

    2 mi · 3 min · Brookpark Road

  16. 16

    Turn slight left onto Lorain Road

    2578 ft · 54 sec · Lorain Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Dover Center Road

    31 m · 2 sec · Dover Center Road

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Dover Center Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cuyahoga Falls and North Olmsted.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
4 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
43.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Ohio Turnpike
18.1 mi · 44%
Akron Expressway
8.34 mi · 20%
I 71
6.16 mi · 15%
Outerbelt South Freeway
3.06 mi · 7%
Brookpark Road
1.96 mi · 5%
I 480 West
0.61 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Ohio Turnpike

Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike

18.1 mi · 00h 19m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.1 mi
30 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Broadview Heights
00h 26m from Cuyahoga Falls
Leave By
4:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Cuyahoga Falls and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near North Olmsted.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cuyahoga Falls to North Olmsted?

The road trip is about 41.1 miles (66.2 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?

Broadview Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.5 miles from Cuyahoga Falls and 20.6 miles from North Olmsted.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 30 miles (48.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 4:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.37 one way or $10.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Cuyahoga Falls and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near North Olmsted.

Stop Ideas Near Broadview Heights

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Broadview Heights and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cleveland City Hall
Scenic stop 14.5 mi away

Cleveland City Hall

Cleveland , OH
601 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114
Rating 3.6/5 63 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
Parma City Hall
Meeting point 6.7 mi away

Parma City Hall

Cleveland , OH
6611 Ridge Rd, Cleveland, OH 44129
Rating 3.4/5 27 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 9.1 mi away

Brunswick City Hall Recreation

Brunswick , OH
Brunswick, OH 44212
Recreation center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Broadview Heights.

RAIL

Cleveland Lakefront station

21 mi away
200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
RAIL

Elyria

35 mi away
410 East River Road
RAIL

Alliance

66 mi away
820 East Main Street
RAIL

Sandusky

87 mi away
1200 North Depot St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cuyahoga Falls and North Olmsted. Straight-line distance: 29.97 mi (48.23 km).

Cuyahoga Falls

#1 Cuyahoga Falls

The most populous city in Summit County, Ohio.

Population49,005
Coordinates41.1339400, -81.4845600
Altitude312
CountryUnited States
North Olmsted

#2 North Olmsted

City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Population31,173
Coordinates41.4156000, -81.9234700
Altitude232
CountryUnited States
Start: Cuyahoga Falls (-81.48456, 41.13394)
End: North Olmsted (-81.92347, 41.4156)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 66 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.45 gal
5.49 L · about $5.37
Round trip
$10.74
2.9 gal · 10.98 L
Estimated CO2
12.9 kg one way
Round trip: 25.8 kg / 57 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $5.37 $10.74
Mid-grade $4.24 $6.15 $12.30
Premium $4.79 $6.95 $13.89
Diesel $4.30 $6.24 $12.48

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 12, 2026

There is no time difference between Cuyahoga Falls and North Olmsted. The current time is 19:49:05.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.