Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
61.2 mi
98 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
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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Stony Prairie, OH
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This straightforward 61.2-mile drive from Lorain to Stony Prairie, Ohio, will take you about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, this route is mostly highway, making it an efficient way to travel within the Midwest region. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, it's an economical option for a quick journey. You'll primarily be on the Ohio Turnpike, Baumhart Road, and West Erie Avenue. This route offers a practical and no-frills experience for those looking to cover ground quickly between these two Ohio locations.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 61.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 76% of the journey utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 43.6 miles, primarily on the Ohio Turnpike, suggesting a significant period of consistent speed and minimal turns. While the route is predominantly highway, the inclusion of Baumhart Road and West Erie Avenue indicates you might experience some variations in road type as you approach your destination. This drive is characterized by its efficiency rather than scenic detours, keeping you moving steadily towards Stony Prairie.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Baumhart Road. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.1 miles (SR 611 / West 21st Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 54.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SR 611 / West 21st Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward SR 53: Fremont, Port Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto SR 53
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lorain, OH to Stony Prairie, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Port Clinton along the way.
Port Clinton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 43.6 mi | 46m |
| Baumhart Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| West Erie Avenue | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Bypass Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| SR 53 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| West 21st Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Terra Way | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| State Route 611 | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain, OH and Stony Prairie, OH.
Start on Hamilton Avenue
Turn right onto SR 611
Continue on SR 611
Turn left onto Franke Drive
Turn right onto US 6
Turn left onto Baumhart Road
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 80; I 90
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto SR 53
Continue on SR 53
Take the exit onto SR 53
Merge onto US 6; US 20; SR 19; SR 53
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6; SR 53
Enter roundabout onto Terra Way
Continue on Terra Way
At end of road, turn left
Turn right
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from Lorain, OH · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Lorain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Stony Prairie, 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
$9.50 one way
$19.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.83 | $23.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.18
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lorain on Friday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Stony Prairie on Friday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
50°F
Milan, OH
31 mi in
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.
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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