Origin
Ballville, OH
Evening in Ballville on Sunday
Local time
6:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ballville, OH to Lorain, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
61.6 mi
99 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ballville, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Lorain, OH
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Trip Overview
Ballville, OH to Lorain, OH is 61.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m via Ohio Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a fairly direct trip, primarily on the Ohio Turnpike, making it a straightforward option for getting between these two points. If you're looking for a quick, no-fuss journey with a predictable travel time and cost, this route fits the bill. Expect a highway-focused experience from start to finish.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 43.7 mi | 46m |
| Baumhart Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| West Erie Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| SR 53 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West 21st Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Rawson Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Tiffin Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West State Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 43.7 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ballville, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on Siler Street
180 ft
·
13 sec
·
Siler Street
2
Turn left onto CR 53
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
River Street
3
Continue on Tiffin Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Tiffin Street
4
Continue on South Front Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Front Street
5
Turn left onto US 20 Business; Cty Rt 19; Cty Rt 20
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
West State Street
6
Turn right onto Rawson Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Rawson Avenue
7
Continue on SR 53
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 53
8
Enter roundabout
244 ft
·
3 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
9
Continue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
10
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge onto I 80; I 90
44 mi
·
46 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
13
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward Baumhart Rd, Vermillion
Use the slight right lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto CR 51
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Baumhart Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto US 6
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West Erie Avenue
16
Turn slight right onto SR 611
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
State Route 611
17
Continue on SR 611
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West 21st Street
18
Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hamilton Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 53 / River Street
Turn left onto CR 53 / River Street
Navigation decision point
6
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Enter roundabout toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
4
6.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Straight toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
7
50.7 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward Baumhart Rd, Vermillion
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Baumhart Rd, Vermillion
7
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
CR 51 / Baumhart Road
At end of road, turn left onto CR 51 / Baumhart Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.56 one way
$19.12 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.91 | $23.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.60 | $27.20 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.19
Ohio Turnpike
(43.7 mi)
$2.19
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lorain, OH
Evening in Lorain on Sunday
Local time
6:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 18 mph
98% chance
Live forecast
50°F
Milan, OH
31 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 17m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 75% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads like the Ohio Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 43.7 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While primarily a highway experience, you will transition to Baumhart Road and West Erie Avenue as you near Lorain, which may offer a slight change in scenery or traffic patterns. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance smoothly.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.7 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Baumhart Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 53 / River Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 53 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ballville, OH to Lorain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Vermillion along the way.
Vermillion
50.7 mi in
|
~59m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 61.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.7 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.19 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 53 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lorain, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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