Origin
Lorain, OH
Night in Lorain on Thursday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lorain, OH to Alliance, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
80.3 mi
129 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lorain, OH
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Alliance, OH
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Trip Overview
This 80.3-mile drive from Lorain to Alliance, Ohio, is a straightforward 1 hour and 45-minute journey that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily use the Ohio Turnpike, SR 14, and SR 183, with about 87% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, making it an economical option for exploring the Midwest. Given its short duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility for departure times and allows you to reach your destination with ample time for activities. It's a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Ohio communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.2 miles from Lorain, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 80.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 80.3-mile route, with 87% of it being on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.4 miles along the Ohio Turnpike, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. You'll transition to state routes like SR 14 and SR 183, which may offer a slight change of scenery but will keep you on well-maintained roads. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed to get you from Point A to Point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 41.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,159 ft
608 ft
Total Climb
1,147 ft
Total Descent
596 ft
Highest Point
1,159 ft
~80.3 mi in
Elevation Range
551 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and SR 14. 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 SR 611 / West 21st Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (SR 57 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 611 / West 21st Street
Turn left onto SR 611 / West 21st Street
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 57 / Broadway
Turn right onto SR 57 / Broadway
Navigation decision point
5
8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
8
49.8 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
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 187
Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
5
50.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward SR 14 East: Streetsboro, Kent
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 14 East: Streetsboro, Kent
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lorain, OH and Alliance, OH, road signs point toward Streetsboro, Kent and Ravenna.
Streetsboro
49.8 mi in
|
~58m
Kent
50.2 mi in
|
~59m
Ravenna
50.5 mi in
|
~1h
|
via SR 14
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 41.4 mi | 44m |
| SR 14 | 16.7 mi | 25m |
| SR 183 | 12.2 mi | 17m |
| East 28th Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Lorain Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Grove Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Union Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| West 21st Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 41.4 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Alliance, OH.
1
Start on Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hamilton Avenue
2
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West 21st Street
3
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Broadway
4
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East 28th Street
5
Turn right onto SR 57
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Grove Avenue
6
Continue on SR 57
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
9
Merge onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
36 mi
·
38 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 187
Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward SR 14 East: Streetsboro, Kent
13
Turn straight onto SR 14
17 mi
·
25 min
·
SR 14
Toward Ravenna
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto SR 183
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 183
15
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 183
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 183
16
Turn slight right onto SR 183
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Union Avenue
17
Turn right onto West Summit Street
23 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Summit Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Summit Street
Trip Plan
With a total travel time of just 1 hour and 45 minutes, this route offers great flexibility. You can easily plan this as a day trip, leaving Lorain whenever suits you best. The $12 fuel estimate means you won't need to worry extensively about gas stops, though keeping an eye on your gauge is always wise, especially during the 41.4-mile stretch on the Ohio Turnpike. Since there are no specific recommended stops, you can decide on the fly if you need a break or want to push through to Alliance. This short distance makes it easy to adjust your schedule or add a quick detour if something catches your eye.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.2 miles from Lorain, OH, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alliance, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lorain, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lorain, OH
This is one driving day of about 80.3 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Lorain, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 41.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.2 mi from Lorain, OH · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.2 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alliance, OH
The final approach into Alliance, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.46 one way
$24.92 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.83 | $27.66 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.52 | $31.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.07
Ohio Turnpike
(41.4 mi)
$2.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
| Efficient EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.24 | $5.14 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Alliance, OH
Night in Alliance on Thursday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 45m 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 Lorain, OH to Alliance, OH covers 80.3 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, SR 14, SR 183. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.2 miles from Lorain, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.46 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (SR 57 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Lorain, OH and Alliance, OH, road signs point toward Streetsboro, Kent and Ravenna.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 608 ft to 1,159 ft elevation with about 1,147 ft of total climbing.
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