Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Congress, OH
Ramaz Bluashvili
The drive from Lorain, OH to Congress, OH covers 46.4 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Avon Lake Road, John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway, Avon Belden Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.7 miles on Avon Lake Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 46.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Expect a 1h 2m drive with frequent turns across 46.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 611 / West 21st Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 3.8 miles (SR 57 / Grove Avenue): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto SR 611 / West 21st Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 57 / Broadway
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 57 / Grove Avenue
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Belden Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avon Lake Road | 13.7 mi | 16m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Avon Belden Road | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Grafton Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| West Easton Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Lorain Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Burbank Road | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| East 28th Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Congress, OH.
Start on Hamilton Avenue
Turn left onto SR 611
Turn right onto SR 57
Turn left onto SR 57
Turn right onto SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Turn left onto SR 57; SR 113
Continue on SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Continue on SR 57
Turn right onto SR 57; SR 83
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Continue on SR 83
Turn right onto SR 604
Continue on SR 604
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.2 mi from Lorain, OH · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Congress, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.20 one way
$14.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.97 | $17.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lorain on Friday
Local time
1:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Destination
Late night in Congress on Friday
Local time
1:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
50°F
Litchfield, OH
23 mi in
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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