Hicksville to Toledo is 74.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 39 minutes via US 24, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, taking you through the Midwest region on a primarily highway-focused drive. Expect a straightforward journey that's easy to complete in a single day, making it a convenient option for a quick trip between these two points. The route is efficient, designed for direct travel rather than extensive sightseeing, so plan accordingly if you're looking for detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.3 miles from Hicksville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 24
51.9 mi
58m
Defiance Avenue
18.8 mi
33m
Collingwood Boulevard
1.6 mi
3m
Mill Street
0.8 mi
1m
Ralston Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
East High Street
0.4 mi
<1m
South Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
West Bancroft Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 24
— 51.9 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hicksville, OH and Toledo, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
130 ft·5 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 2; SR 18; SR 49
0.4 mi·38 sec·East High Street
3
Turn right onto SR 18
19 mi·33 min·Defiance Avenue
4
Turn straight onto SR 15; SR 18
0.8 mi·1 min·Mill Street
5
Continue on SR 15; SR 18
0.5 mi·53 sec·Ralston Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
7
Merge onto US 24
18 mi·20 min·US 24
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 24
34 mi·38 min·US 24
Toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
10
Turn sharp left onto Collingwood Boulevard
1.6 mi·3 min·Collingwood Boulevard
11
Turn left onto West Bancroft Street
52 ft·1 sec·West Bancroft Street
12
Arrive at destination
West Bancroft Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 39 minutes, this trip is easily achievable in a single day, allowing for a flexible departure time. You can leave Hicksville anytime, and with a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical option. Since the longest stretch is 51.9 miles on US 24, you might consider a brief stop around the halfway point if needed, though it's not strictly necessary for a drive of this length. Keep an eye out for any potential construction or traffic delays, especially as you approach Toledo on US 24.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.3 miles from Hicksville, OH, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.3 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toledo, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hicksville, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hicksville, OH
This is one driving day of about 74.5 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Hicksville, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 24 for about 51.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 74.5 — 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|SR 2; SR 18; SR 49 / East High Street
Turn right onto SR 2; SR 18; SR 49 / East High Street
Navigation decision point
4
20.6 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
38.9 mi into trip|~57m in|US 24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 24 toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo
5
72.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|Collingwood Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto Collingwood Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
74.5 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|West Bancroft Street
Turn left onto West Bancroft Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.56 one way
$23.12 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$12.83
$25.66
premium
$4.91
$14.40
$28.80
diesel
$5.61
$16.45
$32.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.3
0
$7.82
$3.58
Efficient EV
18.6
0
$6.52
$2.98
EV Truck/SUV
29.8
0
$10.43
$4.77
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Hicksville, OH
Late night
in Hicksville on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Toledo, OH
Late night
in Toledo on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 16 mph68% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with about 70% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 51.9 miles on US 24, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of your journey. The profile is highway-focused, suggesting a direct and relatively uninterrupted travel experience for much of the 1 hour and 39 minute drive. While the specific road types beyond the main highways aren't detailed, the overall character is one of efficient travel.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.9 mi on US 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 24 and Defiance Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 2; SR 18; SR 49 / East High Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 8 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 (SR 2; SR 18; SR 49 / East High Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles (US 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
The longest stretch is about 51.9 miles on US 24. 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 (SR 2; SR 18; SR 49 / East High Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles (US 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Toledo, OH before heading back.
