Trip from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are OH State Route 124, SR 7, New Lima Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Hobson, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH?

The route from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Is the drive from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH flat or hilly?

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 572 ft to 638 ft elevation with about 146 ft of total climbing.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

12m

Distance

8.1 mi

13 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM

0h 12m ★

6 AM

0h 13m

8 AM

0h 15m

10 AM

0h 14m

12 PM

0h 13m

3 PM

0h 14m

5 PM

0h 15m

8 PM

0h 12m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH covers 8.1 miles and takes about 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on OH State Route 124, SR 7, New Lima Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.2 miles on OH State Route 124. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.26 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 8.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 12m highway drive covering 8.1 miles, with most of the trip on OH State Route 124 and SR 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 3.2 miles on OH State Route 124.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

OH State Route 124 is the longest continuous segment at about 3.2 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

638 ft 572 ft

Total Climb

146 ft

Total Descent

117 ft

Highest Point

638 ft

~1.7 mi in

Elevation Range

67 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OH State Route 124 and SR 7. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 7.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH is easy. At 12m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 7): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (SR 124 / OH State Route 124): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

2 of 2 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 7

At end of road, turn right onto SR 7

Navigation decision point

4

2.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | SR 124 / OH State Route 124

Turn left onto SR 124 / OH State Route 124

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
OH State Route 124	3.2 mi	4m
SR 7	2.4 mi	2m
New Lima Road	1.3 mi	3m
Main Street	1.2 mi	2m
Hobson Drive	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: OH State Route 124 — 3.2 mi, about 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hobson, OH and Lima, OH.

1

Start on C-21

313 ft · 13 sec · Hobson Drive

2

At end of road, turn right onto SR 7

2.4 mi · 2 min · SR 7

3

Turn left onto SR 124

3.2 mi · 4 min · OH State Route 124

4

Continue on SR 124

1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street

5

Continue on C-3

1.3 mi · 3 min · New Lima Road

6

Arrive at destination

C-3

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.26 one way

$2.51 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 3 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$1.40	$2.79
premium	$4.91	$1.57	$3.13
diesel	$5.61	$1.79	$3.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$1

Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	2.4	$0.85	$0.39
Efficient EV	2	$0.71	$0.32
EV Truck/SUV	3.2	$1.13	$0.52

Gas CO2

3 kg

EV CO2

1 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 13, 2026

Origin

Hobson, OH

Evening in Hobson on Thursday

Local time

6:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lima, OH

Evening in Lima on Thursday

Local time

6:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

36 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

12m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH covers 8.1 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are OH State Route 124, SR 7, New Lima 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 4.1 miles from Hobson, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

The drive from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH is easy. At 12m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 7): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (SR 124 / OH State Route 124): Navigation decision point.

The route from Hobson, OH to Lima, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 572 ft to 638 ft elevation with about 146 ft of total climbing.

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