This 168.1-mile journey from Shadyside, OH to Lorain, OH takes approximately 3 hours and 7 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip with a modest estimated fuel cost of $25. The route is characterized by its frequent turns and local road feel, rather than high-speed highway driving, as it features no interstate mileage. You'll be navigating through the Midwest for the entirety of this drive, staying within Ohio. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76 miles from Shadyside, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 250
29.4 mi
34m
Cadiz-Dennison Road
21.4 mi
30m
Water Street
15.9 mi
17m
Avon Lake Road
13.8 mi
16m
Burbank Road
10.3 mi
11m
Cadiz-Harrisville Road
8.3 mi
12m
Central Avenue
7.1 mi
8m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
6.6 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
US 250
— 29.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shadyside, OH and Lorain, OH.
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Start on SR 7 Scenic
29 ft·5 sec·Central Avenue
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Continue on SR 7 Scenic
0.9 mi·1 min·Central Avenue
3
Take the ramp onto SR 7 Scenic
6.2 mi·7 min·Central Avenue
4
Take the exit onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt
0.1 mi·22 sec·SR 767; SR 7 Alt
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
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Turn right onto SR 767
0.3 mi·30 sec·North Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto US 250
0.7 mi·1 min·Cadiz Pike
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Continue on US 250
0.4 mi·39 sec·Sunset Heights Road
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Continue on US 250
2.8 mi·4 min·Sunset Heights Road
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Continue on US 250
3.8 mi·5 min·Colerain Road
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Continue on US 250
4.9 mi·7 min·Pleasant Grove Road
11
Continue on US 250
8.3 mi·12 min·Cadiz-Harrisville Road
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Continue on US 250
2.2 mi·3 min·East Market Street
13
Turn slight left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Deersville Avenue
14
Turn right onto US 250
21 mi·30 min·Cadiz-Dennison Road
15
Continue on US 250; SR 800
1.1 mi·1 min·US 250; SR 800
16
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
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Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
16 mi·17 min·Water Street
18
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250
Exit 87Toward US 250: Strasburg, MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi·3 min·South Wooster Avenue
20
Turn left onto US 250
22 mi·25 min·US 250
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
5.7 mi·6 min·US 250
22
Continue on SR 83
1.2 mi·1 min·Burbank Road
23
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
115 ft·1 sec·Burbank Road
24
Continue on SR 83
0.2 mi·11 sec·Burbank Road
25
Enter roundabout
122 ft·1 sec
26
Continue
251 ft·3 sec
27
Turn straight onto SR 83
8.9 mi·10 min·Burbank Road
28
Continue on SR 83
0.4 mi·30 sec·N Front Street
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Continue on SR 83
2.6 mi·4 min·Avon Lake Road
30
Continue on SR 83
0.9 mi·1 min·Wooster Street
31
Continue on SR 83
0.5 mi·1 min·Elyria Street
32
Continue on SR 83
8.9 mi·10 min·Avon Lake Road
33
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
524 ft·8 sec·Avon Lake Road
34
Continue on SR 83
2.2 mi·2 min·Avon Lake Road
35
Continue on SR 83
2.5 mi·2 min·Avon Belden Road
36
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
78 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
37
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
229 ft·3 sec·Avon Belden Road
38
Enter roundabout onto SR 57; SR 83
139 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
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Continue on SR 57; SR 83
1.5 mi·1 min·Avon Belden Road
40
Turn left onto SR 57
1.6 mi·1 min·Grafton Road
41
Continue on SR 57
2.0 mi·2 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Continue on SR 57
2.3 mi·2 min·Grafton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
43
Continue on SR 57
6.6 mi·9 min·John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
Use the left lane.
44
Turn right onto SR 57
2.9 mi·4 min·Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
45
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi·2 min·Grove Avenue
46
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi·3 min·East 28th Street
47
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi·47 sec·Broadway
48
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi·1 min·West 21st Street
49
Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·Hamilton Avenue
50
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this drive offers plenty of flexibility. Consider an early morning departure from Shadyside to maximize your day in Lorain, or a mid-morning start if you prefer a more relaxed pace. The estimated fuel cost is $25, so ensure your tank is full before you leave. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, pay close attention to navigation to avoid missing turns, especially on Central Avenue and North Lincoln Avenue. A single stop should be sufficient for this relatively short trip, but be mindful of local traffic patterns as you approach your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76 miles from Shadyside, OH, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.4 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 33 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
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 Shadyside, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Shadyside, OH
This is one driving day of about 151.9 miles and 3h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Shadyside, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 250 for about 29.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 76 miles from Shadyside, 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 129.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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7.1 mi into trip|~8m in|SR 767; SR 7 Alt
Take the exit onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgepor...
5
53.8 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville,...
8
70 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|US 250
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
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 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
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124.9 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
129.8 mi into trip|~2h 46m in|SR 57; SR 83 / Avon Belden Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 57; SR 83 / Avon Belden Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.57 one way
$47.15 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$26.16
$52.33
premium
$4.91
$29.36
$58.71
diesel
$5.61
$33.54
$67.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.6
0
$15.95
$7.29
Efficient EV
38
0
$13.29
$6.08
EV Truck/SUV
60.8
0
$21.27
$9.72
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Shadyside, OH
Morning
in Shadyside on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:48PM EDT until April 14 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 5:16PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Destination
Lorain, OH
Morning
in Lorain on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 13 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:48PM EDT until April 14 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 5:16PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
48°F
Dover, OH
76 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
6 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
3h 18m 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...
23 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 131
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be on surface streets and local roads for the entire 168.1 miles, so keep an eye out for speed limit changes and traffic signals. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests a dynamic driving experience where you'll be making frequent adjustments. You'll likely experience a variety of road conditions as you move through different towns and communities on your way to Lorain.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
50 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.4 mi on US 250.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near SR 767; SR 7 Alt.
Driving Effort6/10
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 151.9 miles you will encounter 21 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 7.1 miles (SR 767; SR 7 Alt): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.8 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70 miles (US 250): 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.
Between Shadyside, OH and Lorain, OH, road signs point toward New Philadelphia and Massillon.
New Philadelphia
53.8 mi in|~1h 17m|via US 250; SR 800
Massillon
70 mi in|~1h 35m|via US 250
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 18m. Total distance: 151.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.4 miles on US 250. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles (SR 767; SR 7 Alt): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.8 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70 miles (US 250): 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Lorain, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
