How far is Lakewood, OH from Obetz, OH?
The driving distance from Lakewood, OH to Obetz, OH is about 142.4 miles (229.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.1 miles (203 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 35m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.
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.
The most populous city in Richland County, Ohio.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakewood and Obetz.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood and Obetz.
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Start on Franklin Boulevard
139 m · 18 sec · Franklin Boulevard
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Turn left onto Warren Road
2.2 mi · 6 min · Warren Road
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Continue on West 150th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West 150th Street
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Turn right onto West 154th Street
149 m · 27 sec · West 154th Street
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Take the ramp left
1498 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 km · 58 sec
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Keep slight right
131.2 mi · 2 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 70 East: Wheeling
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto East Freeway
1734 ft · 27 sec · East Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Miller Avenue, Kelton Avenue
1386 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto Miller Avenue
1368 ft · 51 sec · Miller Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Livingston Avenue
154 m · 20 sec · East Livingston Avenue
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Turn left onto Lockbourne Road
3.1 mi · 7 min · Lockbourne Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Groveport Road
2 mi · 4 min · Groveport Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Groveport Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakewood and Obetz.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West 154th Street
Keep slight right
131 mi · 02h 23m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Lakewood and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Obetz.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakewood to Obetz?
The road trip is about 142.4 miles (229.2 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?
Mansfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.2 miles from Lakewood and 71.2 miles from Obetz.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.1 miles (203 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 12:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.64 one way or $37.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Lakewood and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Obetz.
Stop Ideas Near Mansfield
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 Mansfield.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakewood and Obetz. Straight-line distance: 126.15 mi (203.02 km).
#1 Lakewood
A city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| Population | 49,350 |
| Coordinates | 41.4819900, -81.7981900 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Obetz
City in Franklin County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 5,387 |
| Coordinates | 39.8789500, -82.9507400 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
End: Obetz (-82.95074, 39.87895)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $18.64 | $37.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $21.34 | $42.67 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $24.09 | $48.19 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.65 | $43.30 |
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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