How far is Lakewood, OH from Amherst, OH?
The driving distance from Lakewood, OH to Amherst, OH is about 26.1 miles (42 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakewood and Amherst.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood and Amherst.
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Start on Franklin Boulevard
613 ft · 18 sec · Franklin Boulevard
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Turn left onto Hilliard Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Hilliard Road
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Turn left onto McKinley Avenue
1148 ft · 37 sec · McKinley Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward I 90 West: Toledo
1845 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northwest Freeway
19 mi · 23 min · Northwest Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on State Route 2
3.6 mi · 4 min · State Route 2
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 58: Amherst, Lorain
1172 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto North Leavitt Road
1 km · 1 min · North Leavitt Road
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Turn right onto Cleveland Avenue
1.3 km · 3 min · Cleveland Avenue
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Turn left onto Spring Street
1088 ft · 53 sec · Spring Street
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Turn left
13 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
34 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakewood and Amherst.
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.
Northwest Freeway
Merge slight left onto Northwest Freeway
19 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lakewood and Showers And Thunderstorms near Amherst.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakewood to Amherst?
The road trip is about 26.1 miles (42 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Avon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13 miles from Lakewood and 13 miles from Amherst.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.41 one way or $6.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakewood and Showers And Thunderstorms near Amherst.
Stop Ideas Near Avon
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 Avon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakewood and Amherst. Straight-line distance: 22.73 mi (36.58 km).
#1 Lakewood
A city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| Population | 49,350 |
| Coordinates | 41.4819900, -81.7981900 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Amherst
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 12,387 |
| Coordinates | 41.3978200, -82.2223800 |
| Altitude | 210 |
| Country | United States |
End: Amherst (-82.22238, 41.39782)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $3.41 | $6.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $3.90 | $7.81 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $4.41 | $8.81 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
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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