This 190.3-mile journey from Toledo to Brush Creek, Ohio, will take you approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes of driving time. Designed as a single-day trip, it's a straightforward drive within the Midwest region. You can expect a fuel cost of around $28 for this route. The drive features a turn-heavy local road profile, suggesting you'll be navigating through towns and smaller communities rather than long stretches of highway. With only one recommended stop, it's an efficient option if you're looking for a direct route to your destination.
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
95.2 miles from Toledo, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 23
52.4 mi
1h 2m
I 75
43.8 mi
47m
SR 37
20.6 mi
22m
US 68
17.7 mi
21m
Newark Road
13.5 mi
19m
Granville Street
10.6 mi
12m
State Route 37 East
8.7 mi
11m
Johnstown-Alexandria Road
5.8 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 52.4 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo, OH and Brush Creek, OH.
1
Start on West Bancroft Street
52 ft·5 sec·West Bancroft Street
2
Turn right onto Collingwood Boulevard
1.7 mi·3 min·Collingwood Boulevard
3
Turn slight right onto CR 562
0.1 mi·13 sec·Sunrise Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 75 South: Dayton
5
Merge onto I 75
0.1 mi·9 sec·I 75
6
Continue on I 75
8.1 mi·9 min·I 75
Exit 200Toward South Avenue
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
36 mi·38 min·I 75
Toward I 75 South: DaytonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15
0.6 mi·1 min·US 68; SR 15
Exit 156Toward US 68, SR 15
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15
17 mi·19 min·US 68; SR 15
Exit 156Toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
10
Continue on US 23
52 mi·1 hr 2 min·US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 115Toward SR 37
12
Turn left onto SR 37
0.3 mi·26 sec·East Central Avenue
13
Turn right onto US 42
0.2 mi·17 sec·Lake Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 36; SR 521
0.6 mi·44 sec·East William Street
15
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
0.9 mi·1 min·Sunbury Road
16
Continue on US 36; SR 37
8.7 mi·11 min·State Route 37 East
17
Continue on US 36
1.3 mi·1 min·Cherry Street
18
Turn right onto SR 37
413 ft·5 sec·Morning Street
19
Continue on SR 37
11 mi·12 min·Granville Street
20
Continue on SR 37
1.4 mi·1 min·North Main Street
21
Continue on SR 37
4.8 mi·5 min·Johnstown-Alexandria Road
22
Continue on SR 37
0.6 mi·43 sec·Main Street
23
Continue on SR 37
1.0 mi·1 min·Johnstown-Alexandria Road
24
Take the exit onto SR 37
21 mi·22 min·SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward SR 146: Hanover, Zanesville
26
Turn right onto SR 146
2.1 mi·2 min·Nashport Road
27
Continue on SR 146
13 mi·18 min·Newark Road
28
Continue on Newark Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Newark Road
29
Turn left onto Jackson Street
0.1 mi·25 sec·Jackson Street
30
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
31
Merge onto I 70
0.5 mi·44 sec·I 70
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 154Toward Fifth Street
33
Continue on North 5th Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North 5th Street
34
Continue on Canal Street
407 ft·13 sec·Canal Street
35
Turn right onto US 22; SR 93
0.8 mi·1 min·Putnam Avenue
36
Turn left onto Pierce Street
413 ft·22 sec·Pierce Street
37
Turn right onto Moxahala Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·Moxahala Avenue
38
Continue on SR 555
1.0 mi·2 min·Old River Road
39
Continue on SR 555
2.1 mi·2 min·Old River Road
40
Continue on SR 555
0.4 mi·46 sec·Center Road
41
Arrive at destination
SR 555
Trip Plan
Given this route's 3-hour 52-minute duration and local road profile, it’s best tackled as a single-day adventure. To make the most of the 'turn-heavy' nature, consider an early morning departure from Toledo to avoid potential local traffic. With only one suggested stop and no extended highway segments, you have the flexibility to pace yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as local roads can sometimes mean less frequent gas stations compared to major highways. A practical tip: familiarize yourself with the specific turns indicated on your navigation before you leave, as the numerous turns are the defining characteristic of this drive.
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 95.2 miles from Toledo, OH, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.4 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 42 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.2 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brush Creek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH
This is one driving day of about 190.3 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Toledo, 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 23 for about 52.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 146.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
10.3 mi into trip|~14m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Dayton
6
45.9 mi into trip|~52m in|US 68; SR 15
Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 156
Toward US 68, SR 15
7
46.5 mi into trip|~53m in|US 68; SR 15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 156
Toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
5
116 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward SR 37
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 115
Toward SR 37
7
146.8 mi into trip|~2h 53m in|SR 37
Take the exit onto SR 37
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.53 one way
$59.07 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$32.78
$65.56
premium
$4.91
$36.78
$73.56
diesel
$5.61
$42.02
$84.03
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.1
0
$19.98
$9.13
Efficient EV
47.6
0
$16.65
$7.61
EV Truck/SUV
76.1
0
$26.64
$12.18
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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
Toledo, OH
Morning
in Toledo on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 18 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Brush Creek, OH
Morning
in Brush Creek on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
New Albany, OH
95 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
8 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 52m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 190.3-mile route from Toledo to Brush Creek. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any interstate driving, meaning the entire journey will involve navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile implies frequent intersections and changes in direction. This suggests a driving experience that requires constant attention and engagement, moving through various communities rather than cruising on high-speed thoroughfares.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.4 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 190.3 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 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles (US 68; SR 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (US 68; SR 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Toledo, OH and Brush Creek, OH, road signs point toward Columbus and Zanesville.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 190.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.4 miles on US 23. 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 Brush Creek, 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 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles (US 68; SR 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (US 68; SR 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Brush Creek, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
