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Trip from Lorain, OH to Creston, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 4m

Distance

45.7 mi

73 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
0h 59m ★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Lorain, OH, OH

Lorain, OH

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Downtown Creston, OH, OH

Creston, OH

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Trip Overview

This 45.7-mile drive from Lorain, OH to Creston, OH is a straightforward, one-day trip. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 4 minutes behind the wheel, not including any stops. The route primarily utilizes Avon Lake Road, John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway, and US 42, with about 27% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, this is an economical option for a short excursion within the Midwest region. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, making it perfect for a relaxed day trip without the need for an overnight stay.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Avon Lake Road 10.1 mi 11m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway 6.6 mi 9m
US 42 5.5 mi 7m
Avon Belden Road 4.2 mi 4m
Grafton Road 3.8 mi 4m
Lorain Boulevard 2.9 mi 4m
East 28th Street 2.3 mi 3m
Main Street 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Avon Lake Road — 10.1 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Creston, OH.

1

Start on Hamilton Avenue

0.1 mi · 37 sec · Hamilton Avenue
2

Turn left onto SR 611

0.8 mi · 1 min · West 21st Street
3

Turn right onto SR 57

0.5 mi · 47 sec · Broadway
4

Turn left onto SR 57

2.3 mi · 3 min · East 28th Street
5

Turn right onto SR 57

1.5 mi · 2 min · Grove Avenue
6

Continue on SR 57

2.9 mi · 4 min · Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Turn left onto SR 57; SR 113

6.6 mi · 9 min · John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
Use the left lane.
8

Continue on SR 57

2.3 mi · 2 min · Grafton Road
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on SR 57

2.0 mi · 2 min · Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Continue on SR 57

1.5 mi · 1 min · Grafton Road
11

Turn right onto SR 57; SR 83

1.5 mi · 1 min · Avon Belden Road
12

Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303

86 ft · 1 sec · Avon Belden Road
13

Continue on SR 83; SR 303

231 ft · 3 sec · Avon Belden Road
14

Enter roundabout onto SR 83

129 ft · 1 sec · Avon Belden Road
15

Continue on SR 83

2.5 mi · 2 min · Avon Belden Road
16

Continue on SR 83

2.2 mi · 2 min · Avon Lake Road
17

Enter roundabout onto SR 83

392 ft · 6 sec · Avon Lake Road
18

Continue on SR 83

7.9 mi · 9 min · Avon Lake Road
19

Turn left onto CR 78

0.8 mi · 1 min · Kennard Road
20

Turn right onto CR 31

0.5 mi · 1 min · Vandemark Road
21

Turn left onto US 42; US 224

5.5 mi · 7 min · US 42; US 224
22

Turn right onto CR 19

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Lake Road
23

At end of road, turn left onto CR 97

1.0 mi · 1 min · Greenwich Road
24

Turn right onto CR 158

1.4 mi · 3 min · Hulbert Road
25

At end of road, turn left onto CR 116

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Mud Lake Road
26

Turn right onto SR 3

0.9 mi · 1 min · Wooster Pike
27

Continue on SR 3

0.2 mi · 17 sec · North Main Street
28

Turn right onto CR 70

87 ft · 2 sec · Burbank Street
29

Arrive at destination

CR 70

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

village in Lorain County, Ohio, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lagrange, OH

23 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

Elyria, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Litchfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 22.8 miles from Lorain, 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 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 42 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 611 / West 21st Street

Turn left onto SR 611 / West 21st Street

Navigation decision point

4
1 mi into trip | ~2m in | SR 57 / Broadway

Turn right onto SR 57 / Broadway

Navigation decision point

5
22.2 mi into trip | ~31m in | SR 83 / Avon Belden Road

Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Belden Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
26.9 mi into trip | ~37m in | SR 83 / Avon Lake Road

Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Lake Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
42 mi into trip | ~57m in | CR 97 / Greenwich Road

At end of road, turn left onto CR 97 / Greenwich Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.09 one way

$14.18 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $7.87 $15.74
premium $4.91 $8.83 $17.66
diesel $5.61 $10.09 $20.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13.7 0 $4.80 $2.19
Efficient EV 11.4 0 $4.00 $1.83
EV Truck/SUV 18.3 0 $6.40 $2.92

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Lorain, OH

Morning in Lorain on Tuesday

Local time

8:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy

W 5 to 10 mph 53% chance Live 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

Destination

Creston, OH

Morning in Creston on Tuesday

Local time

8:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Lagrange, OH

23 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

18 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 4m 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 drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive', meaning you'll be navigating through various local roads and intersections. While 27% of the route involves highway driving, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 10.1 miles on Avon Lake Road. This suggests a journey that frequently transitions between faster sections and more winding, potentially slower-paced local roads. Be prepared for a varied driving experience that requires attention to navigation and road changes as you make your way from Lorain to Creston.

Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.1 mi on Avon Lake Road.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 611 / West 21st Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (SR 57 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 22.2 miles (SR 83 / Avon Belden Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 45.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (27%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 10.1 miles on Avon Lake Road. 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: at 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (SR 57 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 22.2 miles (SR 83 / Avon Belden Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

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 Creston, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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