Lodi, OH to Lorain, OH is 188 miles and takes about 4h 2m via US 250 and North State Rt. 2, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest journey stays within Ohio, offering a straightforward drive that's manageable in a single day. Expect a route that features a good amount of local road driving, so keep your pace steady and enjoy the scenery as it unfolds. It's a relatively short trip, making it an ideal option for a relaxed weekend getaway or a convenient way to connect two points in the region.
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
94 miles from Lodi, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 2m. Total distance: 188 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 29% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate a series of main roads including US 250, North State Rt. 2, and Cadiz-Dennison Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29.4 miles on US 250. Be prepared for frequent turns and changes in speed limits as you transition between different types of roads. This profile suggests a more engaging driving experience than a pure interstate cruise, demanding your attention as you make your way across the landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 60 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 250 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31.6 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 188 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 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 43.2 miles (SR 767; SR 7 Alt): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.1 miles (US 250): 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 points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
31.6 mi into trip|~40m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
43.2 mi into trip|~53m in|SR 767; SR 7 Alt
Take the exit onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgepor...
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106.1 mi into trip|~2h 19m 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
161 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
165.9 mi into trip|~3h 31m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lodi, OH and Lorain, OH, road signs point toward Bridgeport, New Philadelphia and Massillon.
Bridgeport
43.2 mi in|~53m|via SR 767; SR 7 Alt
New Philadelphia
89.8 mi in|~2h 1m|via US 250; SR 800
Massillon
106.1 mi in|~2h 19m|via US 250
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 250
29.4 mi
34m
North State Rt. 2
22.4 mi
27m
Cadiz-Dennison Road
21.4 mi
30m
Water Street
15.9 mi
17m
Avon Lake Road
13.8 mi
16m
SR 7
11.3 mi
12m
Burbank Road
10.3 mi
11m
Cadiz-Harrisville Road
8.3 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
US 250
— 29.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lodi, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on SR 7
1.6 mi·2 min·State Route 7
2
Continue on SR 7
1.0 mi·1 min·5th Avenue
3
Continue on SR 7
3.2 mi·4 min·State Route 7
4
Turn right
0.2 mi·18 sec
5
Continue on WV 7
0.4 mi·37 sec·New Martinsville Bridge
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
7
Merge onto WV 2
0.3 mi·23 sec·3rd Street
8
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi·1 min·North State Route 2
9
Continue on WV 2
22 mi·27 min·North State Rt. 2
10
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi·30 sec·12th Street
11
Continue on SR 872
0.3 mi·27 sec·SR 872
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
13
Continue on SR 7
11 mi·12 min·SR 7
14
Take the exit onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt
0.1 mi·22 sec·SR 767; SR 7 Alt
Toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
15
Turn right onto SR 767
0.3 mi·30 sec·North Lincoln Avenue
16
Turn left onto US 250
0.7 mi·1 min·Cadiz Pike
17
Continue on US 250
0.4 mi·39 sec·Sunset Heights Road
18
Continue on US 250
2.8 mi·4 min·Sunset Heights Road
19
Continue on US 250
3.8 mi·5 min·Colerain Road
20
Continue on US 250
4.9 mi·7 min·Pleasant Grove Road
21
Continue on US 250
8.3 mi·12 min·Cadiz-Harrisville Road
22
Continue on US 250
2.2 mi·3 min·East Market Street
23
Turn slight left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Deersville Avenue
24
Turn right onto US 250
21 mi·30 min·Cadiz-Dennison Road
25
Continue on US 250; SR 800
1.1 mi·1 min·US 250; SR 800
26
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
27
Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
16 mi·17 min·Water Street
28
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250
Exit 87Toward US 250: Strasburg, MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi·3 min·South Wooster Avenue
30
Turn left onto US 250
22 mi·25 min·US 250
31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
5.7 mi·6 min·US 250
32
Continue on SR 83
1.2 mi·1 min·Burbank Road
33
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
115 ft·1 sec·Burbank Road
34
Continue on SR 83
0.2 mi·11 sec·Burbank Road
35
Enter roundabout
122 ft·1 sec
36
Continue
251 ft·3 sec
37
Turn straight onto SR 83
8.9 mi·10 min·Burbank Road
38
Continue on SR 83
0.4 mi·30 sec·N Front Street
39
Continue on SR 83
2.6 mi·4 min·Avon Lake Road
40
Continue on SR 83
0.9 mi·1 min·Wooster Street
41
Continue on SR 83
0.5 mi·1 min·Elyria Street
42
Continue on SR 83
8.9 mi·10 min·Avon Lake Road
43
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
524 ft·8 sec·Avon Lake Road
44
Continue on SR 83
2.2 mi·2 min·Avon Lake Road
45
Continue on SR 83
2.5 mi·2 min·Avon Belden Road
46
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
78 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
47
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
229 ft·3 sec·Avon Belden Road
48
Enter roundabout onto SR 57; SR 83
139 ft·1 sec·Avon Belden Road
49
Continue on SR 57; SR 83
1.5 mi·1 min·Avon Belden Road
50
Turn left onto SR 57
1.6 mi·1 min·Grafton Road
51
Continue on SR 57
2.0 mi·2 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
52
Continue on SR 57
2.3 mi·2 min·Grafton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
53
Continue on SR 57
6.6 mi·9 min·John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
Use the left lane.
54
Turn right onto SR 57
2.9 mi·4 min·Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
55
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi·2 min·Grove Avenue
56
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi·3 min·East 28th Street
57
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi·47 sec·Broadway
58
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi·1 min·West 21st Street
59
Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·Hamilton Avenue
60
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 4 hours, this is a perfect one-day trip, so leaving in the morning gives you plenty of flexibility. You'll have one recommended stop along the way, which is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel. Since nearly three-quarters of this drive is on local roads, pay close attention to posted speed limits and be mindful of potential turns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto stretches like the 29.4-mile segment on US 250, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably.
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 94 miles from Lodi, OH, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.4 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 41 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94 miles or 2h 6m 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 17m
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 Lodi, 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 Lodi, OH
This is one driving day of about 188 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Lodi, 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 US 250 for about 29.4 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.
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...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 162.1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.4
0
$19.74
$9.02
Efficient EV
47
0
$16.45
$7.52
EV Truck/SUV
75.2
0
$26.32
$12.03
Gas CO2
66 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Lodi, OH
Morning
in Lodi on Saturday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lorain, OH
Morning
in Lorain on Saturday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 18 mph98% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
70°F
West Chester, OH
94 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
22 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 2m 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 Lodi, OH to Lorain, OH covers 188 miles and takes about 4h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 250, North State Rt. 2, Cadiz-Dennison Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94 miles from Lodi, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.18 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 188 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 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 43.2 miles (SR 767; SR 7 Alt): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.1 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lodi, OH and Lorain, OH, road signs point toward Bridgeport, New Philadelphia and Massillon.
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.
