How far is Ravenna, OH from Lakewood, OH?
The driving distance from Ravenna, OH to Lakewood, OH is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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
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 00h 53m.
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.
Human settlement in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ravenna and Lakewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ravenna and Lakewood.
-
1
Start on East Main Street
1210 ft · 49 sec · East Main Street
-
2
Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
923 ft · 18 sec · North Sycamore Street
-
3
Continue on Cleveland Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Cleveland Road
-
4
Turn left onto Cleveland East Liverpool Road
7.2 mi · 12 min · Cleveland East Liverpool Road
-
5
Continue straight
11.4 mi · 13 min
-
6
Continue on Outerbelt East Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt South Freeway
7.1 mi · 9 min · Outerbelt South Freeway
-
8
Keep slight left
1.3 mi · 2 min
-
9
Merge slight right onto Outerbelt South Freeway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Outerbelt South Freeway
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward SR 176, SR 17: Cleveland, Brookpark Road
2575 ft · 1 min
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on SR 176 North, I 77 North Alternate: Cleveland
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
12
Merge slight left onto Jennings Freeway
2.8 mi · 4 min · Jennings Freeway
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West, I 490 East
2574 ft · 46 sec
-
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Toledo
2200 ft · 54 sec
-
15
Merge slight right
5 mi · 6 min
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward Warren Road
1775 ft · 43 sec
-
17
Turn straight onto Lakewood Heights Boulevard
68 m · 8 sec · Lakewood Heights Boulevard
-
18
Turn right onto Warren Road
1.4 km · 3 min · Warren Road
-
19
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
139 m · 11 sec · Franklin Boulevard
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Franklin Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ravenna and Lakewood.
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.
Cleveland East Liverpool Road
Continue straight
11.4 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Ravenna and Mostly Sunny near Lakewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ravenna to Lakewood?
The road trip is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Bedford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.2 miles from Ravenna and 22.3 miles from Lakewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 4:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.82 one way or $11.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Ravenna and Mostly Sunny near Lakewood.
Stop Ideas Near Bedford
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 Bedford.
Cleveland Lakefront station
Elyria
Alliance
Sandusky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ravenna and Lakewood. Straight-line distance: 36.54 mi (58.81 km).
#1 Ravenna
City in Portage County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 9,246 |
| Coordinates | 41.1575600, -81.2420500 |
| Altitude | 345 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakewood
A city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| Population | 49,350 |
| Coordinates | 41.4819900, -81.7981900 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Franklin Boulevard (-81.798193, 41.481844)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $5.82 | $11.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $7.52 | $15.04 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
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 · May 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.