Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lorain, OH
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Glendale, OH
Darya Sannikova
This straightforward 40.4-mile drive from Lorain, OH to Glendale, OH is easily accomplished in under an hour, making it a perfect day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 65% of the journey utilizing major roads like I-480 and the Ohio Turnpike. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, this short hop through the Midwest is budget-friendly and requires no overnight stays. You'll find it to be a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Ohio locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 480 | 20.3 mi | 26m |
| Ohio Turnpike | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| East 28th Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Lorain Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Broadway Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Grove Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 21st Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Libby Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Glendale, OH.
Start on Hamilton Avenue
Turn left onto SR 611
Turn right onto SR 57
Turn left onto SR 57
Turn right onto SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 480
Take the exit
Turn slight right onto SR 17
Continue on SR 17
Turn right onto CR 8
At end of road, turn left onto SR 14
Turn right onto West Glendale Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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.
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.2 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 36.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto SR 611 / West 21st Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 17: Granger Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$6.27 one way
$12.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.96 | $13.92 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.28
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lorain on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Glendale on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 58-minute trip. The majority of your time will be spent on interstates, including a significant 20.3-mile stretch on I-480 without needing to exit. While the highway share is 65%, the route offers a consistent driving pace. The road profile is best described as a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll likely encounter fewer scenic detours and more direct, efficient travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 480 and Ohio Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 611 / West 21st Street.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 40.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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