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4h 28m
Distance
222.7 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goshen, OH
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Lorain, OH
Marcella Soáres
Traveling from Goshen to Lorain covers 222.7 miles of Ohio landscape, a journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 28 minutes. This route is best tackled as a straightforward day trip, as it doesn't require an overnight stay to manage the distance comfortably. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors like I-71, US 22, and Avon Lake Road. Budgeting around $33 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire trip. Since both your start and end points are within the Midwest, the drive offers a consistent regional feel throughout your transit across the state.
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
111.4 miles from Goshen, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 84% of your travel time will be spent on high-speed roads. The core of your journey centers on a long, 156.9-mile stretch along I-71, which dictates the pace and character of the drive. While the interstate provides a fast, efficient path, the transition onto local connectors like Avon Lake Road offers a change of pace as you near your destination. You won't find many technical segments here, making this a reliable and predictable drive for those who prefer steady highway cruising. It is a functional route designed to get you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,086 ft
Total Descent
1,318 ft
Highest Point
1,294 ft
~139.2 mi in
Elevation Range
686 ft
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 24.7 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 222.7 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 24.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 85.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.2 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward I 71 North: Columbus
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
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
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Between Goshen, OH and Lorain, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Wooster.
Wheeling
Wooster
| 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 |
| Avon Belden Road | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Grafton Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| SR 380 | 3.5 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, OH and Lorain, OH.
Start on Mulberry Street
Turn left onto Goshen Road
Turn left onto SR 28; SR 132
Turn left onto SR 132
Turn left onto SR 123
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
Turn left onto SR 380
Turn left onto SR 73
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 71
Take the exit onto I 71
Merge onto I 70; I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
Enter roundabout onto SR 57; SR 83
Continue on SR 57; SR 83
Turn left onto SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Turn right onto SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Turn left onto SR 57
Turn right onto SR 57
Turn left onto SR 611
Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue
Arrive at destination
Planning for this trip is simple because the duration is manageable in a single stint. With only one recommended stop needed to break up the 4.5-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to pull over. Aim to depart early to avoid potential traffic bottlenecks on the longer interstate stretches. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 156.9-mile push on I-71, as this is your longest uninterrupted segment. Since you are staying within Ohio, you can easily adjust your pace to suit your schedule, making this a low-stress trip for any driver.
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.
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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.4 miles or 2h 16m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lorain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Goshen, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Goshen, OH
This is one driving day of about 222.7 miles and 4h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 111.4 mi from Goshen, OH · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 111.4 miles from Goshen, 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.
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.
Regular Gas
$33.31 one way
$66.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $37.19 | $74.39 |
| premium | $4.79 | $42.00 | $83.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $49.48 | $98.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.38 | $10.69 |
| Efficient EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.49 | $8.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.1 | 1 | $31.18 | $14.25 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Goshen on Sunday
Local time
7:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Lorain on Sunday
Local time
7:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Mostly Cloudy
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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