Origin
Lorain, OH
Night in Lorain on Thursday
Local time
10:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lorain, OH to Curtice, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
75.8 mi
122 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 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
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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Curtice, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
The drive from Lorain, OH to Curtice, OH covers 75.8 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 2, SR 2, Williston Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.1 miles on State Route 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.9 miles from Lorain, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 75.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 33m highway drive covering 75.8 miles, with most of the trip on State Route 2 and SR 2. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.1 miles on State Route 2.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 2 and SR 2. 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 611 / West 21st Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lorain, OH to Curtice, OH is easy. At 1h 33m with 86% 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 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (SR 58 / North Leavitt Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 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 right onto SR 611 / West 21st Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 58 / North Leavitt Road
Turn left onto SR 58 / North Leavitt Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward SR 2 West: Sandusky
Navigation decision point
Toward SR 2 West: Sandusky
6
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
SR 579 / Williston Road
Turn left onto SR 579 / Williston Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
74.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
TR 72 / North Wildacre Road
Turn right onto TR 72 / North Wildacre Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 2 | 59.1 mi | 1h 7m |
| SR 2 | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Williston Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| North Leavitt Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| North Wildacre Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West 21st Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Toledo Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 2
— 59.1 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Curtice, OH.
1
Start on Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Hamilton Avenue
2
Turn right onto SR 611
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 21st Street
3
Turn left onto SR 58
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Leavitt Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward SR 2 West: Sandusky
5
Continue on SR 2
59 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
State Route 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on SR 2
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 2
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto SR 579
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Williston Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on SR 579
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Toledo Street
9
Continue on SR 579
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Williston Road
10
Turn right onto TR 72
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Wildacre Road
11
Turn left onto CR 72
91 ft
·
2 sec
·
Front Street
12
Arrive at destination
CR 72
Trip Plan
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 37.9 miles from Lorain, OH, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.1 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.9 miles or 46m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Curtice, 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 75.8 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Lorain, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Route 2 for about 59.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.9 mi from Lorain, OH · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Curtice, OH
The final approach into Curtice, 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
$11.76 one way
$23.53 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.06 | $26.11 |
| premium | $4.91 | $14.65 | $29.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.74 | $33.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.96 | $3.64 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.63 | $3.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.61 | $4.85 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Curtice, OH
Night in Curtice on Thursday
Local time
10:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Venice, OH
38 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
15 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 33m 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 Curtice, OH covers 75.8 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 2, SR 2, Williston 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 37.9 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 $11.76 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 Lorain, OH to Curtice, OH is easy. At 1h 33m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (SR 58 / North Leavitt Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Lorain, OH to Curtice, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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