How far is Northwood, OH from Cleveland, OH?
The driving distance from Northwood, OH to Cleveland, OH is about 270.2 miles (434.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213.6 miles (343.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Noble County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Northwood and Cleveland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northwood and Cleveland.
-
1
Start on Ash Street
1182 ft · 56 sec · Ash Street
-
2
Turn left onto Elm Street
1478 ft · 1 min · Elm Street
-
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Beulah Lane
3029 ft · 1 min · Beulah Lane
-
4
Turn left onto Kinley Avenue
1507 ft · 44 sec · Kinley Avenue
-
5
Turn right
31.6 mi · 45 min
-
6
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · 2nd Avenue
-
7
Turn right onto Sycamore Street
70 m · 4 sec · Sycamore Street
-
8
Continue on Eastern Avenue
22.8 mi · 28 min · Eastern Avenue
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 7 North: Belpre
2556 ft · 1 min
-
10
Turn left
24.6 mi · 29 min
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on SR 7
1.6 km · 1 min · SR 7
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
917 ft · 22 sec
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on US 50 East: Parkersburg
6.5 mi · 8 min
-
14
Keep slight left to continue on Corridor D
4.7 mi · 5 min · Corridor D
-
15
Turn left
957 ft · 24 sec
-
16
Merge slight left
97.9 mi · 1 hr 45 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
1543 ft · 42 sec
-
18
Turn left onto South Wooster Avenue
3.2 mi · 4 min · South Wooster Avenue
-
19
Continue straight
65.2 mi · 1 hr 24 min
-
20
Take the exit slight right toward East 22nd Street, East 14th Street
703 ft · 17 sec
-
21
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
657 ft · 16 sec
-
22
Turn straight onto East 14th Street
581 ft · 10 sec · East 14th Street
-
23
Keep slight left to continue on East 14th Street
1322 ft · 28 sec · East 14th Street
-
24
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue East
1344 ft · 41 sec · Prospect Avenue East
-
25
Turn right onto East 9th Street
160 m · 20 sec · East 9th Street
-
26
Turn left onto Euclid Avenue
1608 ft · 1 min · Euclid Avenue
-
27
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Roadway
158 m · 27 sec · East Roadway
-
28
At the end of the road, turn left onto Rockwell Avenue
156 m · 20 sec · Rockwell Avenue
-
29
Turn right onto Frankfort Avenue
57 m · 6 sec · Frankfort Avenue
-
30
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frankfort Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Northwood and Cleveland.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Corridor D
Merge slight left
97.9 mi · 01h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny leaving Northwood and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Cleveland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Northwood to Cleveland?
The road trip is about 270.2 miles (434.9 km) and usually takes 04h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Caldwell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 131.5 miles from Northwood and 138.8 miles from Cleveland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213.6 miles (343.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.35 one way or $70.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny around Northwood and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Cleveland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Northwood and Cleveland. Straight-line distance: 213.55 mi (343.67 km).
#1 Northwood
City in Wood County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 5,457 |
| Coordinates | 38.4500800, -82.3529300 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cleveland
The second most populous city in Ohio and the center of the Cleveland metropolitan area.
| Population | 378,589 |
| Coordinates | 41.4995000, -81.6954100 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-81.69551, 41.499606)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 435 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $35.35 | $70.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $40.47 | $80.94 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $45.70 | $91.39 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $41.06 | $82.12 |
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 · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.