Origin
Fremont, OH
Late night in Fremont on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fremont, OH to Toledo, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
35.8 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fremont, OH
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Toledo, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Midwest, the 35.8-mile trip from Fremont to Toledo is an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Expect to spend about 47 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly efficient transit between these two Ohio cities. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, this route is as economical as it is straightforward. You will navigate a mix of local roads and interstate driving, providing a balanced experience that does not require an overnight stay. Whether you are heading out for business or a brief change of scenery, the short duration allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule. It is a no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B without any necessary stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West State Street | 17.4 mi | 22m |
| I 280 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Fremont Pike | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| SR 420 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North Summit Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Bancroft Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Cherry Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Craig Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West State Street
— 17.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, OH and Toledo, OH.
1
Start on Rawson Avenue
138 ft
·
13 sec
·
Rawson Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 20 Business; Cty Rt 19; Cty Rt 20
17 mi
·
22 min
·
West State Street
3
Continue on US 20; US 23
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Fremont Pike
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 81A
Toward SR 420 North: Toldeo
5
Continue on SR 420
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 420
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on I 280
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
I 280
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 9
Toward SR 65
8
Continue on SR 65
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Craig Bridge Street
9
Turn left onto SR 65
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Summit Street
10
Turn right onto SR 120
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Street
11
Turn left onto East Bancroft Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bancroft Street
12
Arrive at destination
West Bancroft Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 35.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Fremont, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.1 — 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
|
US 20 Business; Cty Rt 19; Cty Rt 20 / West State Street
Turn left onto US 20 Business; Cty Rt 19; Cty Rt 20 / West State Street
Navigation decision point
5
20.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward SR 420 North: Toldeo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 81A
Toward SR 420 North: Toldeo
5
31.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward SR 65
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 9
Toward SR 65
4
33.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
SR 65 / North Summit Street
Turn left onto SR 65 / North Summit Street
Navigation decision point
3
34.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
SR 120 / Cherry Street
Turn right onto SR 120 / Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.56 one way
$11.11 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.92 | $13.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Toledo, OH
Late night in Toledo on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Millbury, OH
18 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
47m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a diverse experience, transitioning from local streets to major highway corridors. You will spend roughly 32% of your time on the highway, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 17.4 miles along West State Street. The journey begins with local navigation before transitioning onto I-280 and Fremont Pike to complete the connection. You should anticipate a shift in pace as you move from the initial local road segments into the faster-moving interstate flow. The overall character is a mixed drive, blending the stop-and-go nature of city streets with the steady efficiency of Ohio’s highway infrastructure.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.4 mi on West State Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 20 Business; Cty Rt 19; Cty Rt 20 / West State Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fremont, OH to Toledo, OH is easy. At 47m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 20 Business; Cty Rt 19; Cty Rt 20 / West State Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 31.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
652 ft
595 ft
Total Climb
55 ft
Total Descent
69 ft
Highest Point
652 ft
~20.4 mi in
Elevation Range
57 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Toledo, OH
Full guide →Toledo is a city of approximately 266,000 people (2026) in northwestern Ohio's Lucas County, on the Maumee River at the edge of Lake Erie. Leveraging its history as an industrial powerhouse, Toledo has preserved cultural institutions that rival larger cities like Chicago. The city's identity is shaped by its diverse population; as of recent data, the community is approximately 59% White, 27% Black or African American, and 9% Hispanic/Latino, creating a rich multicultural fabric particularly evident in its culinary and arts districts.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 35.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.4 miles on West State Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (US 20 Business; Cty Rt 19; Cty Rt 20 / West State Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 31.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Toledo, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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