Origin
Lorain, OH
Morning in Lorain on Friday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lorain, OH to Glendale, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
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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Glendale, OH
Darya Sannikova
Trip Overview
This straightforward 40.4-mile drive from Lorain, OH to Glendale, OH is easily accomplished in under an hour, making it a perfect day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 65% of the journey utilizing major roads like I-480 and the Ohio Turnpike. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, this short hop through the Midwest is budget-friendly and requires no overnight stays. You'll find it to be a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Ohio locations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 40.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 58-minute trip. The majority of your time will be spent on interstates, including a significant 20.3-mile stretch on I-480 without needing to exit. While the highway share is 65%, the route offers a consistent driving pace. The road profile is best described as a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll likely encounter fewer scenic detours and more direct, efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 480 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 480 and Ohio Turnpike. 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
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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
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
14 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
6
34.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
36.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward SR 17: Granger Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 22
Toward SR 17: Granger Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 480 | 20.3 mi | 26m |
| Ohio Turnpike | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| East 28th Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Lorain Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Broadway Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Grove Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 21st Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Libby Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 480
— 20.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Glendale, 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 right at fork onto I 480
20 mi
·
26 min
·
I 480
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.8 mi
·
2 min
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 480
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 22
Toward SR 17: Granger Road
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn slight right onto SR 17
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Granger Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on SR 17
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Libby Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto CR 8
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Lee Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto SR 14
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Broadway Avenue
18
Turn right onto West Glendale Street
51 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Glendale Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Glendale Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Lorain, OH · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glendale, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Glendale, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.27 one way
$12.54 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.96 | $13.92 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.28
Ohio Turnpike
(5.5 mi)
$0.28
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Glendale, OH
Morning in Glendale on Friday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
7 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
58m 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 Glendale, OH covers 40.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 480, Ohio Turnpike, East 28th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.2 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 $6.27 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 is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lorain, OH to Glendale, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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