Origin
Lorain, OH
Morning in Lorain on Friday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lorain, OH to New Franklin, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
65.7 mi
106 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
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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New Franklin, OH
Matt Weissinger
Trip Overview
This 65.7-mile journey from Lorain, OH to New Franklin, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, this route is an economical option for a single-day trip within the Midwest region. The primary roads guiding you are the Ohio Turnpike and I-77, offering a direct path with minimal fuss. You'll spend about 72% of your time on highways, making it a relatively quick transit. This drive is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility without the need to break it up.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 65.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this drive, with 72% of the route utilizing high-speed roads like the Ohio Turnpike and I-77. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 27.4 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a period of consistent cruising. While the majority of the drive is on these main arteries, the transition onto South Main Street in New Franklin will bring you into a more local setting. This route prioritizes efficient travel over varied scenery, providing a predictable driving rhythm.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 27.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 77. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.7 miles you will encounter 21 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 35.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.5 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
35.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I 77: Akron, Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 173
Toward I 77: Akron, Cleveland
8
36.3 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 21: Richfield, Brecksville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 21: Richfield, Brecksville
6
47.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 76 West: Canton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward I 76 West: Canton
7
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward South Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward South Main Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lorain, OH and New Franklin, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Brecksville.
Cleveland
35.9 mi in
|
~43m
Brecksville
36.3 mi in
|
~45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 27.4 mi | 29m |
| I 77 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| South Main Street | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| East 28th Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Lorain Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| I 277 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Grove Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 27.4 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and New Franklin, 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 left at fork onto I 80
22 mi
·
23 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 173
Toward I 77: Akron, Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward SR 21: Richfield, Brecksville
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
347 ft
·
8 sec
14
Turn straight onto SR 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Brecksville Road
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 77 South, SR 21 South
16
Merge onto I 77; SR 21
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
I 77; SR 21
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 77
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 129
Toward I 76 West: Canton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 76
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 18
Toward I 277 East, US 224 East: Canton
21
Merge onto I 277; US 224
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 277; US 224
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 3
Toward South Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn right onto CH 50
6.1 mi
·
11 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn right onto West Nimisila Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Nimisila Road
25
Arrive at destination
West Nimisila Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Lorain, OH · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Franklin, OH
The final approach into New Franklin, 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
$10.20 one way
$20.39 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.32 | $22.63 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.70 | $25.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.37
Ohio Turnpike
(27.4 mi)
$1.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
New Franklin, OH
Morning in New Franklin on Friday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Macedonia, OH
33 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 26m 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 New Franklin, OH covers 65.7 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, I 77, South Main 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 32.8 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 $10.20 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.7 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 35.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.5 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lorain, OH and New Franklin, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Brecksville.
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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