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Whether you’re planning to cruise through the trail, or stop to explore towns and attractions along the way, we have itineraries to maximize your experience. All itineraries are northbound oriented.

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lightning 3 Day - The Blitz

Daily distance: 100 - 120 miles

For riders who like to move fast and make every mile count. This itinerary tackles the Ohio to Erie Trail end-to-end in a long weekend, with full days in the saddle and minimal downtime.


From To Mileage Total Mileage
Cincinnati Riverfront London 99 99
London Millersburg 116 215
Millersburg Cleveland Lakefront 111 326

stopwatch 4 Day - The Quarter

Daily distance: 70 - 102 miles

A slightly more relaxed pace than the Blitz, this ride is perfect for turning a long weekend into a memorable cycling adventure without feeling rushed every hour of the day.


From To Mileage Total Mileage
Cincinnati Riverfront Xenia 69 69
Xenia Westerville 74 143
Westerville Mount Vernon 101 244
Mount Vernon Cleveland Lakefront 82 326

star5 Day - The Sweet Spot

Daily distance: 40 - 77 miles

The Goldilocks option—not too fast, not too slow. This itinerary offers comfortable daily mileage while leaving time to enjoy Ohio’s towns, scenery, and trail culture. This is great if you have a week off and need a day on each end to travel in and out.


From To Mileage Total Mileage
Cincinnati Riverfront Xenia 69 69
Xenia Westerville 74 143
Westerville Millersburg 77 220
Millersburg Akron 66 286
Akron Cleveland Lakefront 40 326

compass 6 Day - The Explorer

Daily distance: 40 - 66 miles

This ride prioritizes discovery. With shorter daily distances, riders can truly experience the communities, landscapes, and hidden gems along the Ohio to Erie Trail.


From To Mileage Total Mileage
Cincinnati Riverfront Xenia 69 69
Xenia Columbus 62 131
Columbus Mount Vernon 46 177
Mount Vernon Millersburg 41 218
Millersburg Akron 67 285
Akron Cleveland Lakefront 41 326

coffee 7 Day - The Slow Roll

Daily distance: 36 - 66 miles

A full week on the trail means soaking it all in. This itinerary emphasizes comfort, connection, and enjoyment over speed.


From To Mileage Total Mileage
Cincinnati Riverfront Waynesville 54 54
Waynesville London 45 99
London Westerville 44 143
Westerville Mount Vernon 36 179
Mount Vernon Millersburg 41 220
Millersburg Akron Northside 66 286
Akron Northside Cleveland Lakefront 40 326

crown 8 Day - The Grand Tour

Daily distance: 29 - 54 miles

The ultimate Ohio to Erie experience. This itinerary is about savoring every mile, every stop, and every story the trail has to offer.


From To Mileage Total Mileage
Cincinnati Riverfront Waynesville 54 54
Waynesville London 45 99
London Columbus 32 131
Columbus Mount Vernon 46 177
Mount Vernon Millersburg 41 218
Millersburg Massillon 37 255
Massillon Akron Northside 29 284
Akron Northside Cleveland Lakefront 42 326

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