Roadtrip from Bedford to Westlake: How Much Will Fuel Cost You?

Planning a weekend getaway, or simply running errands in another city, may require you to drive from Bedford to Westlake. This 20-mile distance may not seem like much, but the cost of fuel can quickly add up. In this post, we'll look at different routes, the distant of that route, the time it takes, and cost of each route.

Route via I-480W

Taking the highway via I-480W will be the fastest route, taking you approximately 27 minutes. However, this convenience comes at a cost. You will need to pay a toll of $1.50. You will need a total of 1.2 gallons of fuel. The average fuel price in Ohio is $2.16, which means the cost of the trip to Westlake and back will be around $5.18.

Route through OH-17

If you prefer a more scenic route and don't want to pay on a toll, you can take OH-17. This route will take you approximately 38 minutes. The distance from Bedford to Westlake through OH-17 would be of 16.9 miles. To get there, you will need around 1.4 gallons of fuel, so the total cost will be around $3.04 if fuel prices remain constant.

Route via I-480W and I-90W

Another faster route includes taking I-480W and I-90W. This route will take approximately 30 minutes and it’s 20.3 miles from Bedford to Westlake. You will need to pay a toll of $1.50 and the amount of fuel needed is ~1.5 gallons. This means that the total cost will be around $5.40 based on Ohio's current fuel prices.

Plan Your Route

Now that you have all the information you need to get from Bedford to Westlake, you can plan your trip accordingly. Keep the distances, costs, and times in mind when making your decision. Remember that prices may vary depending on the fuel prices and potential considerations, such as unexpected traffic congestions or road closures. Safe travels!