How far is Yellow Springs, OH from Lakewood, OH?
Fastest route
The route from Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387, USA to Lakewood, Ohio, USA is approximately 190 miles and takes about 2 hours and 47 minutes via I-71 N. Here are the directions:
Directions
- 🚗 Head northwest toward Corry St.
- 🚦 Turn right at the 1st cross street onto US-68 N/Xenia Ave.
- 🛣️ Continue to follow US-68 N.
- 🚘 Use the right lane to merge onto I-70 E via the ramp to Columbus.
- 🛣️ Follow I-70 E and I-71 N to W 150th St in Cleveland. Take exit 240 from I-71 N.
- 🚧 Use the left 3 lanes to take exit 96 for I-670 E toward Airport.
- 🔄 Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 5A-5B for I-71 S toward I-71 N/Cleveland/Cincinnati. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Cleveland and merge onto I-71 N.
- 🔄 Keep left to stay on I-71 N, follow signs for Cleveland. Take exit 240 for W 150th St.
- 🚦 Take Warren Rd to Franklin Blvd in Lakewood.
- 🚘 Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto W 150th St. Pass by Walgreens (on the left in 1.9 mi).
- 🚦 Turn right onto Franklin Blvd.
Tips & Suggestions
- Plan your trip ahead and check for any current traffic conditions or road closures.
- Make sure to have a map or GPS navigation system to help you stay on track.
- Take breaks during the journey to rest and stretch.
- Keep an eye on your fuel levels and plan for any necessary refueling stops.
- Follow all traffic laws and regulations while driving.
- Consider having snacks and drinks for the journey.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Morrow County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yellow Springs and Lakewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yellow Springs and Lakewood.
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Start on Xenia Avenue
6.5 mi · 7 min · Xenia Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
2871 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
43.2 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 670 East: Airport
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on North Innerbelt
1003 ft · 16 sec · North Innerbelt
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
2166 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
1560 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
110.9 mi · 2 hr
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Keep slight left
19.8 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward West 150th Street
1754 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto West 150th Street
1 mi · 2 min · West 150th Street
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Continue on Warren Road
2.2 mi · 6 min · Warren Road
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Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
139 m · 11 sec · Franklin Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Franklin Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yellow Springs and Lakewood.
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 71 North
Merge slight left
111 mi · 02h 00m
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.
Sunny leaving Yellow Springs 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 Yellow Springs to Lakewood?
The road trip is about 190 miles (305.8 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Chesterville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.9 miles from Yellow Springs and 95.1 miles from Lakewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.82 one way or $49.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Yellow Springs and Mostly Sunny near Lakewood.
Stop Ideas Near Chesterville
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 Chesterville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yellow Springs and Lakewood. Straight-line distance: 159.34 mi (256.43 km).
#1 Yellow Springs
Village in Ohio
| Population | 3,761 |
| Coordinates | 39.8064500, -83.8868700 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| 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: 306 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $24.82 | $49.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $28.42 | $56.84 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $32.09 | $64.19 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $28.84 | $57.67 |
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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