How far is Mentor, OH from Norton, OH?
The driving distance from Mentor, OH to Norton, OH is about 54.4 miles (87.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.7 miles (75.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Summit County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mentor and Norton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mentor and Norton.
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Start on the route
35 m · 13 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Center Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Center Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 90 West: Cleveland
2251 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
13.9 mi · 17 min
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Merge slight right onto Outerbelt East Freeway
3.6 mi · 4 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
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Keep slight left
13.8 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 77: Akron, Cleveland
2172 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 77 South: Akron
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on State Route 21
6.2 mi · 7 min · State Route 21
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224 East, I 77 Alternate South: Akron
1207 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Cleveland-Massillon Road, Norton
1266 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto South Cleveland Massillon Road
1 km · 2 min · South Cleveland Massillon Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Cleveland Massillon Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mentor and Norton.
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 90 West
Keep slight left
13.9 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Mentor and Mostly Clear near Norton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mentor to Norton?
The road trip is about 54.4 miles (87.6 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Northfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.2 miles from Mentor and 27.2 miles from Norton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.7 miles (75.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.51 one way or $15.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mentor and Mostly Clear near Norton.
Stop Ideas Near Northfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cleveland City Hall
Parma City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Northfield.
Cleveland Lakefront station
Elyria
Alliance
Sandusky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mentor and Norton. Straight-line distance: 46.65 mi (75.08 km).
#1 Mentor
A city in Lake County, Ohio.
| Population | 47,090 |
| Coordinates | 41.6661600, -81.3395500 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Norton
Situated in Summit County, Ohio, southwest of the city of Akron, this municipality rests at an approximate elevation of 1,066 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.0292200, -81.6381800 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| Country | United States |
End: Norton (-81.63818, 41.02922)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.91 | $7.51 | $15.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.50 | $8.63 | $17.26 |
| Premium | $5.04 | $9.68 | $19.37 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $12.21 | $24.41 |
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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