Connecting Toledo to Union City, this 150.2-mile journey takes approximately three hours to complete. Since the route is manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $22 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical trip across the Ohio Midwest. With 76% of the travel spent on highways, you can expect a fairly straightforward experience. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a practical way to navigate between these two points without unnecessary complications.
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
75.1 miles from Toledo, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
90 mi
1h 37m
South Main Street
22.6 mi
29m
US 33
12.6 mi
13m
Canal Street
10.8 mi
18m
SR 29
8.9 mi
10m
State Route 47
2.5 mi
4m
Collingwood Boulevard
1.7 mi
3m
East Elm Street
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 90 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo, OH and Union City, 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
82 mi·1 hr 27 min·I 75
Toward I 75 South: DaytonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi·22 sec
Exit 110Toward US 33: Bellefontaine, Saint Marys
9
Keep slight left at fork
125 ft·5 sec
Exit 110Toward US 33 East: Bellefontaine
10
Turn right onto US 33
13 mi·13 min·US 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on SR 29
8.9 mi·10 min·SR 29
12
Turn left onto US 127; SR 29; SR 703
23 mi·29 min·South Main Street
13
Turn right onto SR 47
2.5 mi·4 min·State Route 47
14
Continue on SR 47
11 mi·18 min·Canal Street
15
Continue on SR 47
0.6 mi·52 sec·East Elm Street
16
Arrive at destination
SR 47
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the three-hour duration. Because the route relies heavily on I-75, try to depart outside of peak morning or evening commute hours to avoid potential traffic bottlenecks. Since the highway portion accounts for the majority of the 150.2 miles, verify your tire pressure and fuel levels before hitting the interstate to ensure a trouble-free run. Use the flexibility of this short trip to your advantage by keeping your schedule open, as the single-day timeframe allows you to adjust your pace based on real-time road conditions.
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 75.1 miles from Toledo, OH, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.1 miles or 1h 23m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union City, 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 150.2 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 I 75 for about 90 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 92.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Collingwood Boulevard
Turn right onto Collingwood Boulevard
Navigation decision point
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
92.1 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward US 33: Bellefontaine, Saint Marys
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 110
Toward US 33: Bellefontaine, Saint Marys
7
92.3 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 33 East: Bellefontaine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 110
Toward US 33 East: Bellefontaine
5
92.3 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|US 33
Turn right onto US 33
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.31 one way
$46.62 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$25.87
$51.74
premium
$4.91
$29.03
$58.06
diesel
$5.61
$33.16
$66.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.6 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
45.1
0
$15.77
$7.21
Efficient EV
37.6
0
$13.14
$6.01
EV Truck/SUV
60.1
0
$21.03
$9.61
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 13, 2026
Origin
Toledo, OH
Afternoon
in Toledo on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
SW 13 to 16 mph21% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 7:41AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Union City, OH
Afternoon
in Union City on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 17 mph27% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 7:41AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
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
1 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 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 highway-focused experience as you transition from urban corridors to rural landscapes. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-75, which features a long, 90-mile stretch that allows you to settle into a steady rhythm. The journey eventually shifts from high-speed interstate travel to the more localized pace of South Main Street and US 33. This transition changes the feel of the road, moving you from major thoroughfares into the quieter character of the Ohio countryside. It is a functional drive that balances efficiency with the necessity of local road navigation.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and South Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Collingwood Boulevard.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Collingwood Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,108 ft611 ft
Total Climb
561 ft
Total Descent
64 ft
Highest Point
1,108 ft
~150.2 mi in
Elevation Range
497 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Toledo, OH to Union City, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Marys along the way.
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.
The longest stretch is about 90 miles on I 75. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Collingwood Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Union City, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
