Trip from Thompson, OH to Toledo, 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

3h 10m

Distance

160.4 mi

258 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

15 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 59m ★

6 AM

3h 11m

8 AM

3h 34m

10 AM

3h 19m

12 PM

3h 17m

3 PM

3h 20m

5 PM

3h 33m

8 PM

3h 4m

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

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Thompson, OH

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county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Toledo, OH

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Trip Overview

This 160.4-mile drive from Thompson, OH to Toledo, OH is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking about 3 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily be on the Ohio Turnpike Connector and I-90, with about 88% of the journey on highways, making it a straightforward, highway-focused experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $25, this route offers an economical way to travel within the Midwest region. The journey is direct, with one main stopping point suggested, and the longest continuous stretch covers 72.7 miles on the Ohio Turnpike Connector, so plan your breaks accordingly. This trip is ideal for those seeking an efficient transit between these two Ohio cities.

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

80.2 miles from Thompson, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ohio Turnpike Connector	72.7 mi	1h 18m
I 90	50 mi	58m
I 280	9.1 mi	10m
Lakeland Freeway	8.8 mi	10m
Madison Road	5 mi	7m
Euclid Spur	3.8 mi	4m
Innerbelt	3.5 mi	5m
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway	1.9 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike Connector — 72.7 mi, about 1h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Thompson, OH and Toledo, OH.

Start on SR 528

31 ft · 0 sec · Thompson Road

Continue on SR 528

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Madison Road

Continue on SR 528

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Madison Road

Turn left onto SR 528

33 ft · 0 sec · Thompson Road

Turn right onto SR 528

4.8 mi · 7 min · Madison Road

Continue on SR 528

0.2 mi · 34 sec · River Street

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Merge onto I 90

23 mi · 25 min · I 90

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 90

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 90

Keep slight right at fork onto I 90

3.8 mi · 4 min · Euclid Spur

Toward Cleveland Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 90; SR 2

8.8 mi · 10 min · Lakeland Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 90; SR 2

1.9 mi · 2 min · Cleveland Memorial Shoreway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

1.9 mi · 3 min · Innerbelt

Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

1.7 mi · 2 min · Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto I 90

26 mi · 31 min · I 90

Toward I 90 East, I 71 South, SR 176 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

73 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Ohio Turnpike Connector

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min

Exit 71 Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Continue on I 280

9.1 mi · 10 min · I 280

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 9 Toward SR 65

Continue on SR 65

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Craig Bridge Street

Turn left onto SR 65

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Summit Street

Turn right onto SR 120

0.8 mi · 1 min · Cherry Street

Turn left onto East Bancroft Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Bancroft Street

Arrive at destination

West Bancroft Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour, 10-minute duration, this trip from Thompson to Toledo is perfectly suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic and maximize your daylight hours. With an estimated fuel cost of $25, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 72.7-mile stretch on the Ohio Turnpike Connector where services might be less frequent. Since there's only one recommended stop, be strategic about when you choose to pull over for a break or fuel. This route's highway focus means you can maintain a steady speed, but always be aware of your surroundings and any potential construction zones.

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 80.2 miles from Thompson, OH, or about 1h 38m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.7 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 35 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 80.2 miles or 1h 38m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toledo, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Thompson, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Thompson, OH

This is one driving day of about 160.4 miles and 3h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Thompson, 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 Ohio Turnpike Connector for about 72.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lorain, OH

80 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

Lyndhurst, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lorain, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.2 miles from Thompson, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Ohio Turnpike Connector if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

The Adams Street Cafe ( Toledo, OH )

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Toledo, Ohio

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14192141819

Visit website

Georgio's Cafe International

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Toledo, Ohio

1.3 mi

Brew House Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Toledo, Ohio

1.5 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Koffie Café

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cleveland, Ohio

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 55min in 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12168612233

Visit website

Patron Saint Cafe + Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cleveland, Ohio

1.8 mi

The Adams Street Cafe ( Toledo, OH )

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14192141819

Visit website

Georgio's Cafe International

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+14192422424

Visit website

Brew House Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+15676007029

Visit website

Bucci's Italian Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Rocky River, Ohio

Hours: 4–8:30 pm

+14403315157

Visit website

Le Petit Triangle Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–9:30 pm

+12162811881

Visit website

Joe's, A Fine Deli & Restaurant- Rocky River

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Rocky River, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14403337890

Visit website

Sweet Nate's Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Toledo, OH

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14192700082

Visit website

Aroma Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Rocky River, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14405709817

Visit website

Koffie Café

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12168612233

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Closed

+12164311060

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 29.4 and 147 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

29.4 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 90 / Euclid Spur

Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Euclid Spur toward Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward Cleveland

43.8 mi into trip | ~53m in | I 90 / Innerbelt

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Innerbelt

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.

47.3 mi into trip | ~59m in | I 90

Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 East, I 71 South, SR 176 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 90 East, I 71 South, SR 176 South

146.2 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 71 Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

147 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.89 one way

$49.79 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 56 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$27.63	$55.26
premium	$4.91	$31.00	$62.00
diesel	$5.61	$35.41	$70.83

Estimated Tolls: $3.63

Ohio Turnpike (72.7 mi) $3.63

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

$25

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

15 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Shoregate Town Center - Tesla Supercharger

Willowick, OH

Tesla

12 DCFC

Shops at Church Square - Tesla Supercharger

Cleveland, OH

Tesla

12 DCFC

Willoughby, OH Rechargery @ Sheetz - OH 306

Willoughby, OH

IONNA

10 DCFC

GetGo - Tesla Supercharger

Mentor, OH

Tesla

8 DCFC

Church Square

Cleveland, OH

eVgo Network

6 DCFC

Classic Ford

Mentor, OH

FORD_CHARGE

4 DCFC

Sheetz 394 - Mentor, OH

Mentor, OH

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Eastgate Shopping Center

Mayfield Heights, OH

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Tesla: 3 FORD_CHARGE: 2 ChargePoint Network: 2 Non-Networked: 2 eVgo Network: 2 Electrify America: 1 IONNA: 1 SYNERGEV: 1 FLO: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	48.1	$16.84	$7.70
Efficient EV	40.1	$14.04	$6.42
EV Truck/SUV	64.2	$22.46	$10.27

Gas CO2

56 kg

EV CO2

19 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

Thompson, OH

Morning in Thompson on Tuesday

Local time

6:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Toledo, OH

Morning in Toledo on Tuesday

Local time

6:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 16 mph 13% chance Live forecast

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

17 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

3h 10m 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...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free near mile 49.8

Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 160.4-mile trip, with 88% of the drive on major interstates like I-90 and I-280. The Ohio Turnpike Connector forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 72.7 miles, offering a consistent pace. While this route is predominantly highway driving, it's designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. You'll find the character of the drive to be consistent, allowing for steady progress toward your destination without significant changes in road type or complexity. It's a practical path for getting from point A to point B.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 72.7 mi on Ohio Turnpike Connector.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike Connector and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.4 miles in near I 90 / Euclid Spur.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 160.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 29.4 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.8 miles (I 90 / Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Thompson, OH and Toledo, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Detroit.

Cleveland

29.4 mi in | ~35m | via I 90

Detroit

146.2 mi in | ~2h 49m

About the Cities

Arriving in Toledo, OH

Full guide →

Toledo is a city of approximately 266,000 people (2026) in northwestern Ohio's Lucas County, on the Maumee River at the edge of Lake Erie. Leveraging its history as an industrial powerhouse, Toledo has preserved cultural institutions that rival larger cities like Chicago. The city's identity is shaped by its diverse population; as of recent data, the community is approximately 59% White, 27% Black or African American, and 9% Hispanic/Latino, creating a rich multicultural fabric particularly evident in its culinary and arts districts.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 160.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 72.7 miles on Ohio Turnpike Connector. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.63 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.

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 Toledo, 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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Toledo, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Thompson, OH to Toledo, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

The Adams Street Cafe ( Toledo, OH )

Koffie Café

The Adams Street Cafe ( Toledo, OH )

Georgio's Cafe International

Brew House Downtown

Bucci's Italian Restaurant

Le Petit Triangle Cafe

Joe's, A Fine Deli & Restaurant- Rocky River

Sweet Nate's Cafe

Aroma Cafe

Koffie Café

Patron Saint Cafe + Bar

Outpour Coffee

Milan Coffee House

Fountain of Eternal Life

Kringle's Inventionasium Experience (Cleveland)

Perplexity Games Escape Room - Cleveland

Promenade Park

Wendy Park

Euclid Creek Reservation

Coulby Park

Dunham Tavern Museum & Gardens

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Thompson, OH

Toledo, OH

Same local time

17 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 10m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Toledo, OH

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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