Origin
Polk, OH
Morning in Polk on Tuesday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Polk, OH to Lorain, 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
59m
Distance
36.5 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Polk, OH
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Lorain, OH
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Trip Overview
Polk to Lorain is 36.5 miles and takes about 59 minutes via SR 58, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short Midwest drive stays within Ohio, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. You'll mostly be on a highway-focused route, so expect consistent speeds and a straightforward journey. It's a good choice if you're looking for a simple, no-fuss drive between two points without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 58 | 31.9 mi | 51m |
| North Main Street | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| West 21st Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Congress Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 58
— 31.9 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polk, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on West Congress Street
201 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Congress Street
2
Turn left onto SR 89
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn slight right onto SR 58
32 mi
·
51 min
·
SR 58
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto SR 611
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 21st Street
5
Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hamilton Avenue
6
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
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 36.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Polk, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 36.3 — 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 89 / North Main Street
Turn left onto SR 89 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
3.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
SR 58
Turn slight right onto SR 58
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
35.3 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
SR 611 / West 21st Street
Turn right onto SR 611 / West 21st Street
Navigation decision point
4
36.3 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Hamilton Avenue
Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.66 one way
$11.33 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.05 | $14.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 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 | 11 | 0 | $3.83 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
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
Lorain, OH
Morning in Lorain on Tuesday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Pittsfield, 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
3 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
59m 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 route is predominantly highway, with 87% of the drive on faster roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 31.9 miles on SR 58, offering a consistent driving pace. The character remains largely highway-focused throughout, meaning you can anticipate steady travel without frequent slowdowns or complex turns. Expect a straightforward experience where the main challenge is simply navigating the primary roads.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.9 mi on SR 58.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 58 and North Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 89 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Polk, OH to Lorain, OH is easy. At 59m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 89 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (SR 58): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 36.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.9 miles on SR 58. 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 89 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (SR 58): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lorain, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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