Origin
Lorain, OH
Afternoon in Lorain on Saturday
Local time
2:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lorain, OH to Lodi, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 3m
Distance
188.7 mi
304 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 50m
★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 13m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 14m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 56m
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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Lodi, OH
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Trip Overview
Lorain, OH to Lodi, OH is 188.7 miles and takes about 4h 3m via US 250, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically within Ohio, offering a straightforward journey through familiar territory. Expect a local feel for much of the drive, characterized by frequent turns rather than long stretches of highway. With a recommended one-day timeframe, this route is ideal for those seeking a manageable drive without the need for an overnight stay. It's a practical choice for a focused trip between these two Ohio locations.
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
94.4 miles from Lorain, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 250 | 42.6 mi | 54m |
| Energy Road | 21.6 mi | 25m |
| Dover Road | 13.8 mi | 15m |
| Avon Lake Road | 13.7 mi | 16m |
| Ohio Valley Pike | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Burbank Road | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| Cadiz-Harrisville Road | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| West Main Street | 7.5 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
US 250
— 42.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Lodi, OH.
1
Start on Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi
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37 sec
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Hamilton Avenue
2
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi
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1 min
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West 21st Street
3
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi
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47 sec
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Broadway
4
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi
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3 min
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East 28th Street
5
Turn right onto SR 57
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Grove Avenue
6
Continue on SR 57
2.9 mi
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4 min
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Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto SR 57; SR 113
6.6 mi
·
9 min
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John F. Kennedy Memorial Parkway
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on SR 57
2.3 mi
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2 min
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Grafton Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on SR 57
2.0 mi
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2 min
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Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi
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1 min
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Grafton Road
11
Turn right onto SR 57; SR 83
1.5 mi
·
1 min
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Avon Belden Road
12
Enter roundabout onto SR 83; SR 303
86 ft
·
1 sec
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Avon Belden Road
13
Continue on SR 83; SR 303
231 ft
·
3 sec
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Avon Belden Road
14
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
129 ft
·
1 sec
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Avon Belden Road
15
Continue on SR 83
2.5 mi
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2 min
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Avon Belden Road
16
Continue on SR 83
2.2 mi
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2 min
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Avon Lake Road
17
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
392 ft
·
6 sec
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Avon Lake Road
18
Continue on SR 83
8.9 mi
·
10 min
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Avon Lake Road
19
Continue on SR 83
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Elyria Street
20
Continue on SR 83
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Wooster Street
21
Continue on SR 83
2.6 mi
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4 min
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Avon Lake Road
22
Continue on SR 83
0.4 mi
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30 sec
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Front Street
23
Continue on SR 83
9.0 mi
·
10 min
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Burbank Road
24
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
98 ft
·
1 sec
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Burbank Road
25
Continue on SR 83
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
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Burbank Road
26
Enter roundabout onto SR 83
134 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burbank Road
27
Continue on SR 83
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Burbank Road
28
Continue on SR 83
5.9 mi
·
6 min
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Dix Expressway
29
Continue on SR 83
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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Dover Road
30
Continue on US 250
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
31
Continue on US 250
7.0 mi
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7 min
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Dover Road
32
Continue on US 250
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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West Main Street
33
Continue on US 250
3.1 mi
·
3 min
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Dover Road
34
Continue on US 250
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Sandusky Drive Southwest
35
Continue on US 250
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
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West Main Street
36
Continue on US 250
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Sandusky Drive Southwest
37
Turn right onto US 250
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 250
38
Take the exit onto US 250
6.6 mi
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7 min
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US 250
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
US 250
40
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
41
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
42
Turn left onto US 250
21 mi
·
30 min
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US 250
43
Turn left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Deersville Avenue
44
Continue on US 250; SR 9
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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West Market Street
45
Continue on US 250
8.3 mi
·
12 min
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Cadiz-Harrisville Road
46
Continue on US 250
4.9 mi
·
7 min
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West Main Street
47
Continue on US 250
3.8 mi
·
5 min
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Colerain Road
48
Continue on US 250
3.2 mi
·
4 min
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Sunset Heights Road
49
Continue on US 250
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Cadiz Pike
50
Turn right onto US 250
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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North Lincoln Avenue
51
Take the ramp onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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SR 767; SR 7 Alt
52
Merge onto SR 7
11 mi
·
12 min
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Ohio Valley Pike
53
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
54
Turn left onto SR 872
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
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Ferry Landing Road
55
Continue on WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi
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34 sec
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WV 2 Spur
56
Turn right onto WV 2
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Lafayette Avenue
57
Continue on WV 2
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Energy Road
58
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Route 2
59
Continue on WV 2
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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3rd Street
60
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
61
Continue on WV 7
0.6 mi
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58 sec
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WV 7
62
At end of road, turn left onto SR 7
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 7
63
Continue on SR 7
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Avenue
64
Continue on SR 7
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 7
65
Arrive at destination
SR 7
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration and the turn-heavy nature of this route, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours. Plan for one stop to break up the drive and refuel, especially since the longest stretch is over 40 miles. The fuel cost is estimated at $29, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off. Because this is a one-day trip and not excessively long, you have flexibility; however, pay close attention to your GPS or map as you'll be making frequent turns. A specific tip for this route: be mindful of speed limit changes as you transition from highway segments to local roads.
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 94.4 miles from Lorain, OH, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.6 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 42 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.4 miles or 1h 56m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lodi, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lorain, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Lorain, OH
This is one driving day of about 188.7 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Lorain, 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 42.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 94.4 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 265 decision points cluster between mile 22.2 and 98.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
22.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
SR 83 / Avon Belden Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Belden Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
26.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Avon Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
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SR 83 / Burbank Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 83 / Burbank Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
81.7 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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US 250
Take the exit onto US 250
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
98.3 mi into trip
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~2h in
|
US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.29 one way
$58.57 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $32.50 | $65.00 |
| premium | $4.91 | $36.47 | $72.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.66 | $83.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.81 | $9.06 |
| Efficient EV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.51 | $7.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.5 | 0 | $26.42 | $12.08 |
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.
Destination
Lodi, OH
Afternoon in Lodi on Saturday
Local time
2:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
4h 3m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is best described as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 33% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate a mix of main roads like US 250, Energy Road, and Dover Road. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 42.6 miles on US 250, meaning you'll be adjusting your speed and direction fairly often. Be prepared for a more engaging driving experience that requires attention to navigation and road changes, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. This character means you'll see more of the local landscape as you go.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 65 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 42.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 22.2 miles in near SR 83 / Avon Belden Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
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 188.7 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 22.2 miles (SR 83 / Avon Belden Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.9 miles (SR 83 / Avon Lake Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 49.4 miles (SR 83 / Burbank 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lorain, OH to Lodi, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
98.2 mi in
|
~2h
|
via US 250; SR 800
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 188.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lorain, OH to Lodi, OH covers 188.7 miles and takes about 4h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 250, Energy Road, Dover Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94.4 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 $29.29 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 188.7 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 22.2 miles (SR 83 / Avon Belden Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.9 miles (SR 83 / Avon Lake Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 49.4 miles (SR 83 / Burbank Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Lorain, OH to Lodi, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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