Origin
Day Heights, OH
Evening in Day Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Day Heights, OH to Lorain, OH
Drive Time
4h 41m
Distance
229.8 mi
370 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
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6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Day Heights, OH
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Lorain, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Day Heights to Lorain, expect a straightforward journey covering 229.8 miles. You can comfortably complete this 4-hour and 41-minute drive in a single day, making it an efficient option for those looking to reach the destination quickly. With a fuel budget of approximately $34, it remains an economical choice for travelers. The route primarily utilizes I-71, US 22, and Avon Lake Road to navigate through the Midwest. Given the duration, you likely won't need an overnight stay, allowing you to maximize your time once you arrive in Lorain.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.9 miles from Day Heights, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 84% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your journey on a long, 156.9-mile stretch along I-71, which provides a consistent pace for the majority of the drive. The personality of the road shifts from the high-speed rhythm of the interstate to the more localized feel of US 22 and Avon Lake Road as you approach your destination. Expect a functional, direct experience that prioritizes steady progress over technical maneuvering or winding backroads. It is a classic Midwestern drive that keeps you moving efficiently toward the coast of Lake Erie.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 41 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 156.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Avon Lake Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Betty Lane.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 229.8 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: at 0.1 miles (Betty Lane): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles (Buckwheat Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Betty Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Betty Lane
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Buckwheat Road
Turn left onto Buckwheat Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
92.5 mi into trip
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~2h in
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I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
8
94.2 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
190.2 mi into trip
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~3h 47m in
Take the exit toward SR 83: Lodi, Wooster
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 204
Toward SR 83: Lodi, Wooster
Towns Along This Route
Between Day Heights, OH and Lorain, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Wooster.
Wheeling
92.5 mi in
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~2h
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via I 71
Wooster
190.2 mi in
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~3h 47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 156.9 mi | 2h 51m |
| Avon Lake Road | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| US 22 | 10 mi | 14m |
| SR 132 | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| State Route 28 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| Avon Belden Road | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Grafton Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 156.9 mi, about 2h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Day Heights, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on Kent Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Kent Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto Betty Lane
0.2 mi
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39 sec
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Betty Lane
3
Turn right onto SR 131
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
SR 131
4
Continue on SR 131
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
SR 131
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on SR 131
156 ft
·
10 sec
·
SR 131
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto Buckwheat Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Buckwheat Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 28
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 28
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto SR 132
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 132
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 123
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 123
10
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
10.0 mi
·
14 min
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US 22; SR 3
11
Turn left onto SR 380
3.5 mi
·
6 min
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SR 380
12
Turn left onto SR 73
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
State Route 73
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
14
Merge onto I 71
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 71
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 70; I 71
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Innerbelt
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
95 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 204
Toward SR 83: Lodi, Wooster
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn left onto SR 83
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Avon Lake Road
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on SR 83
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wooster Street
22
Continue on SR 83
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Elyria Street
23
Continue on SR 83
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Avon Lake Road
24
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
524 ft
·
8 sec
·
Avon Lake Road
25
Continue on SR 83
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Avon Lake Road
26
Continue on SR 83
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Avon Belden Road
27
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
78 ft
·
1 sec
·
Avon Belden Road
28
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
229 ft
·
3 sec
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Avon Belden Road
29
Enter roundabout onto SR 57; SR 83
139 ft
·
1 sec
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Avon Belden Road
30
Continue on SR 57; SR 83
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Avon Belden Road
31
Turn left onto SR 57
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Grafton Road
32
Continue on SR 57
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Continue on SR 57
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Grafton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
34
Continue on SR 57
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
Use the left / none lanes.
35
Turn right onto SR 57
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
36
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Grove Avenue
37
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East 28th Street
38
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Broadway
39
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West 21st Street
40
Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hamilton Avenue
41
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a manageable one-day trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave early to avoid potential congestion on the interstate segments, though the overall duration of 4 hours and 41 minutes allows for a relaxed start. You should plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, as the long 156.9-mile stretch on I-71 can be monotonous. Since your fuel costs are estimated at $34, keep an eye on your gauge during the interstate portion to ensure you aren't paying premium prices at busy highway service plazas. Factor in the transition to local roads like Avon Lake Road, as traffic patterns will change once you exit the main highway system.
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 114.9 miles from Day Heights, OH, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.9 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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.9 miles or 2h 25m 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 45m
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 Day Heights, 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 Day Heights, OH
This is one driving day of about 229.8 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Day Heights, 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 156.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.9 mi from Day Heights, OH · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.9 miles from Day Heights, 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 156.9 miles.
Arriving in Lorain, OH
The final approach into Lorain, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lorain, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.37 one way
$68.74 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $38.38 | $76.76 |
| premium | $4.79 | $43.34 | $86.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $51.05 | $102.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.13 | $11.03 |
| Efficient EV | 57.5 | 0 | $20.11 | $9.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.9 | 1 | $32.17 | $14.71 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lorain, OH
Evening in Lorain on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
9 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
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Day Heights, OH to Lorain, OH covers 229.8 miles and takes about 4h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Avon Lake Road, US 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.9 miles from Day Heights, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.37 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 229.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Betty Lane): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles (Buckwheat Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Day Heights, OH and Lorain, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Wooster.
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