The drive from Carlisle, OH to Lorain, OH covers 155.9 miles and takes about 3h 7m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, US 250, Avon Lake Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.2 miles on I 77.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
77.9 miles from Carlisle, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
62.2 mi
1h 6m
US 250
28.1 mi
32m
Avon Lake Road
13.8 mi
16m
Burbank Road
10.3 mi
11m
Woodsfield Road
8.8 mi
13m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
6.6 mi
9m
Avon Belden Road
4.2 mi
4m
Grafton Road
3.8 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 62.2 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlisle, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on SR 260
2.3 mi·4 min·Road Fork Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR 78
8.8 mi·13 min·Woodsfield Road
3
Continue on SR 78
0.4 mi·40 sec·McConnelsville Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 77 North
5
Merge onto I 77
62 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250
Exit 87Toward US 250: Strasburg, MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi·3 min·South Wooster Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 250
22 mi·25 min·US 250
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
5.7 mi·6 min·US 250
10
Continue on SR 83
1.2 mi·1 min·Burbank Road
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
115 ft·1 sec·Burbank Road
12
Continue on SR 83
0.2 mi·11 sec·Burbank Road
13
Enter roundabout
122 ft·1 sec
14
Continue
251 ft·3 sec
15
Turn straight onto SR 83
8.9 mi·10 min·Burbank Road
16
Continue on SR 83
0.4 mi·30 sec·N Front Street
17
Continue on SR 83
2.6 mi·4 min·Avon Lake Road
18
Continue on SR 83
0.9 mi·1 min·Wooster Street
19
Continue on SR 83
0.5 mi·1 min·Elyria Street
20
Continue on SR 83
8.9 mi·10 min·Avon Lake Road
21
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
524 ft·8 sec·Avon Lake Road
22
Continue on SR 83
2.2 mi·2 min·Avon Lake Road
23
Continue on SR 83
2.5 mi·2 min·Avon Belden Road
24
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
78 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
25
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
229 ft·3 sec·Avon Belden Road
26
Enter roundabout onto SR 57; SR 83
139 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
27
Continue on SR 57; SR 83
1.5 mi·1 min·Avon Belden Road
28
Turn left onto SR 57
1.6 mi·1 min·Grafton Road
29
Continue on SR 57
2.0 mi·2 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on SR 57
2.3 mi·2 min·Grafton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Continue on SR 57
6.6 mi·9 min·John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
Use the left lane.
32
Turn right onto SR 57
2.9 mi·4 min·Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
33
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi·2 min·Grove Avenue
34
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi·3 min·East 28th Street
35
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi·47 sec·Broadway
36
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi·1 min·West 21st Street
37
Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·Hamilton Avenue
38
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Trip Plan
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 77.9 miles from Carlisle, OH, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.2 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 34 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.9 miles or 1h 30m 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 29m
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 Carlisle, 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 Carlisle, OH
This is one driving day of about 155.9 miles and 3h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Carlisle, 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 77 for about 62.2 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 11.5 and 133.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.5 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the ramp toward I 77 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 77 North
5
11.7 mi into trip|~18m in|I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
73.9 mi into trip|~1h 25m 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
6
128.8 mi into trip|~2h 30m in|SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
133.7 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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
$24.20 one way
$48.39 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$26.85
$53.71
premium
$4.91
$30.13
$60.26
diesel
$5.61
$34.42
$68.84
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: 54.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.8
0
$16.37
$7.48
Efficient EV
39
0
$13.64
$6.24
EV Truck/SUV
62.4
0
$21.83
$9.98
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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 15, 2026
Origin
Carlisle, OH
Afternoon
in Carlisle on Saturday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lorain, OH
Afternoon
in Lorain on Saturday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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
12 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 7m 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...
23 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 134.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a 3h 7m highway drive covering 155.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and US 250. The longest continuous stretch is about 62.2 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 62.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and US 250. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 11.5 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 155.9 miles you will encounter 18 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 11.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 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.
On the drive from Carlisle, OH to Lorain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Massillon along the way.
Massillon
73.9 mi in|~1h 25m|via US 250
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 7m. Total distance: 155.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carlisle, OH to Lorain, OH covers 155.9 miles and takes about 3h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, US 250, Avon Lake Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.9 miles from Carlisle, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 155.9 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Carlisle, OH to Lorain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Massillon along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
