Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
45.4 mi
73 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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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Mayfield, OH
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The drive from Lorain, OH to Mayfield, OH covers 45.4 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Northwest Freeway, Lakeland Freeway, Colorado Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.4 miles on Northwest Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 45.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 45.4 miles, with most of the trip on Northwest Freeway and Lakeland Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.4 miles on Northwest Freeway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Northwest Freeway and Lakeland Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 7.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles (I 90; SR 2 / Northwest Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward I 90 East, SR 2 East: Cleveland
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 90; SR 2 / Northwest Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward East 185th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto SR 91 / S.O.M. Center Road
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Freeway | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| Lakeland Freeway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Colorado Avenue | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Highland Road | 5.6 mi | 12m |
| I 90 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Henderson Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West 21st Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Mayfield, OH.
Start on Hamilton Avenue
Turn left onto SR 611
Continue on SR 611
Turn right onto SR 611
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 90; SR 2
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
Merge onto I 90; SR 2
Continue on I 90; SR 2
Take the exit
Turn left onto East 185th Street
Continue on Nottingham Road
Continue on Dille Road
Continue on Highland Road
Turn right onto SR 91
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.7 mi from Lorain, OH · 33m 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 22.7 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Mayfield, 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
$7.05 one way
$14.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.82 | $15.64 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.77 | $17.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.02 | $20.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.9 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 | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
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
Evening in Lorain on Thursday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Destination
Evening in Mayfield on Thursday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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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