Cities Near Cleveland
Cities near Cleveland, Ohio: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Elyria, Akron, Canton. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Cleveland, Ohio is Elyria, about 23 mi (37 km) away — roughly 45 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elyria | 23 mi / 37 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Akron | 30 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Canton | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Youngstown | 61 mi / 98 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Windsor | 88 mi / 141 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Saint Clair Shores | 92 mi / 148 km | 2 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Erie | 94 mi / 151 km | 2 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Dearborn | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Toledo | 97 mi / 156 km | 2 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Royal Oak | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Cleveland
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Elyria, Akron, Canton, Youngstown, Windsor. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Cleveland
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Royal Oak. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Cleveland include Elyria, Akron, Canton, Youngstown, Windsor. The closest is Elyria, about 23 miles (37 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.