How far is Lafayette, OH from Cuyahoga Falls, OH?
The driving distance from Lafayette, OH to Cuyahoga Falls, OH is about 153.5 miles (247 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.4 miles (209.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Town in Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lafayette and Cuyahoga Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Cuyahoga Falls.
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Start on West Street
63 m · 6 sec · West Street
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Continue on Old US Hwy 42 Southeast
859 ft · 26 sec · Old US Hwy 42 Southeast
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Turn left onto Simpson Road
565 ft · 30 sec · Simpson Road
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Turn left onto London – Delaware Road
2 mi · 3 min · London – Delaware Road
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Take the ramp slight right
2796 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
16.4 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on North Innerbelt
1003 ft · 16 sec · North Innerbelt
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
2166 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
1560 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
99.5 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight left
3102 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
4.7 mi · 6 min · Akron Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Broad Boulevard
1620 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
1018 ft · 32 sec · Broad Boulevard
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
17 m · 4 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lafayette and Cuyahoga Falls.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 71 North
Merge slight left
99.5 mi · 01h 48m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Lafayette and Chance Rain Showers near Cuyahoga Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Cuyahoga Falls?
The road trip is about 153.5 miles (247 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Bellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.4 miles from Lafayette and 77.1 miles from Cuyahoga Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.4 miles (209.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 1:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.08 one way or $40.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lafayette and Chance Rain Showers near Cuyahoga Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Bellville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Cuyahoga Falls. Straight-line distance: 130.45 mi (209.94 km).
#1 Lafayette
Village in Ohio, United States
| Population | 5,927 |
| Coordinates | 39.9375600, -83.4065900 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cuyahoga Falls
The most populous city in Summit County, Ohio.
| Population | 49,005 |
| Coordinates | 41.1339400, -81.4845600 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Street (-81.484609, 41.133945)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 247 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $20.08 | $40.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $22.99 | $45.98 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $25.96 | $51.92 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $23.33 | $46.66 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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