Origin
Urbana, OH
Late night in Urbana on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Urbana, OH to Mentor, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 44m
Distance
191.8 mi
309 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 32m
★
6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 54m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Urbana, OH
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Mentor, OH
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Trip Overview
This 191.8-mile drive from Urbana, OH to Mentor, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 44 minutes on the road, primarily utilizing I-71, I-271, and the Outerbelt East Freeway. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, this route offers an efficient way to travel within the Midwest region of Ohio. It's designed for travelers looking for a direct journey without many detours, making it ideal for a day trip.
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
95.9 miles from Urbana, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 89.5 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 271 | 25.4 mi | 28m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 15 mi | 18m |
| Delaware Avenue | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| Scioto Street | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| SR 4 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| I 90 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| State Route 37 East | 5.9 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 89.5 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Urbana, OH and Mentor, OH.
1
Start on US 68
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 36; SR 29
177 ft
·
3 sec
·
Scioto Street
3
Continue on US 36; SR 29
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Scioto Street
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 29
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
Scioto Street
5
Continue on SR 29; SR 559
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Main Street
6
Turn left onto SR 4
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
East Sandusky Street
7
Turn slight left onto SR 4
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 4
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 4
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 36; SR 4
9
Take the exit onto US 36
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 36
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto US 36
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Delaware Avenue
11
Continue on US 36
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West William Street
12
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
13
Continue on US 36; SR 37
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 37 East
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
15
Merge onto I 71
89 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 271
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Continue on I 271
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 90
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 195
Toward SR 615: Center Street
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn left onto SR 615
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Turn right
114 ft
·
8 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 44 minute duration, starting your trip in the morning will give you ample time to reach Mentor without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major exit is 89.5 miles on I-71. Planning your fuel stops strategically, perhaps before entering this longer segment, will ensure a smooth journey. The estimated $30 fuel cost should be factored into your budget for this efficient, single-day trip.
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 95.9 miles from Urbana, OH, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.5 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 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.9 miles or 1h 55m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mentor, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Urbana, 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 Urbana, OH
This is one driving day of about 191.8 miles and 3h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Urbana, 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 71 for about 89.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 95.9 miles from Urbana, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.5 miles.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 190.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street
Enter roundabout onto US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
29.7 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East: Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
8
171.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
|
I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 271 North Local, US 422 West: All Exit...
7
190 mi into trip
|
~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward SR 615: Center Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 195
Toward SR 615: Center Street
6
190.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
|
SR 615 / Center Street
Turn left onto SR 615 / Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.77 one way
$59.53 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $33.04 | $66.07 |
| premium | $4.91 | $37.07 | $74.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.35 | $84.69 |
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: 67.1 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 | 57.5 | 0 | $20.14 | $9.21 |
| Efficient EV | 48 | 0 | $16.78 | $7.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.85 | $12.28 |
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.
Destination
Mentor, OH
Late night in Mentor on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
96 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
17 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 44m 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.
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 158.7
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Your journey will be largely highway-focused, with 81% of the drive taking place on major freeways. The bulk of your travel, an uninterrupted stretch of 89.5 miles, will be on I-71. This profile suggests a consistent pace, allowing you to cover significant ground efficiently. While the route emphasizes speed and directness, transitions between I-71, I-271, and the Outerbelt East Freeway will mark the primary changes in your driving environment.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.5 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 271. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 191.8 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: near the start (US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.7 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 171.2 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,276 ft
693 ft
Total Climb
638 ft
Total Descent
997 ft
Highest Point
1,276 ft
~82.2 mi in
Elevation Range
583 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 44m. Total distance: 191.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.5 miles on I 71. 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 Mentor, 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: near the start (US 36; SR 29 / Scioto Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.7 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 171.2 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Mentor, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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