If you are looking to travel from Leavittsburg to Lorain, you are in for a straightforward 77.7-mile journey through the Ohio landscape. The trip takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes of driving time, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily utilize the Ohio Turnpike, SR 5, and East 28th Street to navigate between these two Midwest locations. With a fuel cost estimate of around $12, this is a budget-friendly route that doesn't require an overnight stop. Because this is a direct, highway-focused drive, it offers a practical way to connect these two points without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.8 miles from Leavittsburg, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
63.3 mi
1h 7m
SR 5
3.8 mi
5m
East 28th Street
2.3 mi
3m
Lorain Boulevard
2.1 mi
3m
Grove Avenue
1.5 mi
2m
West 21st Street
0.8 mi
1m
North Leavitt Road
0.7 mi
1m
West Market Street
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 63.3 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leavittsburg, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on Caleb Road
48 ft·3 sec·Caleb Road
2
Turn left onto North Leavitt Road
0.7 mi·1 min·North Leavitt Road
3
Turn right onto West Market Street
0.6 mi·58 sec·West Market Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
5
Merge onto SR 5; SR 82
3.8 mi·5 min·SR 5; SR 82
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
9
Merge onto I 80
22 mi·23 min·Ohio Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
42 mi·44 min·Ohio Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 145Toward SR 57: Lorain, ElyriaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward SR 57 North: Lorain
13
Merge onto SR 57
2.1 mi·3 min·Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi·2 min·Grove Avenue
15
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi·3 min·East 28th Street
16
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi·47 sec·Broadway
17
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi·1 min·West 21st Street
18
Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·Hamilton Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 1 hour and 32-minute drive without needing to schedule formal rest stops, though you should keep your fuel budget of $12 in mind before you head out. Because the route is dominated by the Ohio Turnpike, keep an eye on traffic patterns and potential tolls that often accompany this type of highway transit. My best advice for this specific drive is to account for the transition from the turnpike onto East 28th Street, as navigating city-bound roads can be a sudden change of pace after the long, 63.3-mile highway stretch.
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 38.8 miles from Leavittsburg, OH, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.3 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.8 miles or 45m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lorain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Leavittsburg, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Leavittsburg, OH
This is one driving day of about 77.7 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Leavittsburg, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 63.3 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 70.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|West Market Street
Turn right onto West Market Street
Navigation decision point
5
5.5 mi into trip|~9m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
69.5 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 145
Toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
5
70.1 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 57 North: Lorain
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward SR 57 North: Lorain
5
70.3 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard
Merge onto SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.06 one way
$24.12 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$13.38
$26.77
premium
$4.91
$15.02
$30.03
diesel
$5.61
$17.16
$34.31
Estimated Tolls: $3.17
Ohio Turnpike
(63.3 mi)$3.17
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.3
0
$8.16
$3.73
Efficient EV
19.4
0
$6.80
$3.11
EV Truck/SUV
31.1
0
$10.88
$4.97
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Leavittsburg, OH
Late night
in Leavittsburg on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lorain, OH
Late night
in Lorain on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
W 5 to 10 mph53% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 6:28PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
50°F
Macedonia, OH
39 mi in
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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 32m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a focused, efficient experience behind the wheel, as this route is comprised of 86% highway travel. You will settle into a consistent rhythm early on, spending the majority of your time on the Ohio Turnpike for a stretch of 63.3 miles. This long, uninterrupted segment defines the personality of the drive, shifting from the local roads of Leavittsburg onto the high-speed transit of the turnpike. While you will eventually transition to East 28th Street as you approach your destination, the overall character of the trip remains focused on speed and distance rather than winding, scenic vistas.
86% 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: 63.3 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and SR 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near West Market Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (West Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 69.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
On the drive from Leavittsburg, OH to Lorain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Elyria along the way.
Elyria
69.5 mi in|~1h 18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 77.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.3 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.17 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lorain, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 0.7 miles (West Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 69.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lorain, OH before heading back.
