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Trip from Millwood, OH to Toledo, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 56m

Distance

135.5 mi

218 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 45m ★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Millwood, OH, OH

Millwood, OH

Thiago Zanutim Lucas

county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Toledo, OH

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

Millwood, OH to Toledo, OH is 135.5 miles and takes about 2 hours 56 minutes via Ohio Turnpike and US 250, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a mixed driving experience, with a significant portion on the Ohio Turnpike, making it a relatively straightforward journey. It's a good option for a single-day trip, allowing plenty of time for activities at your destination. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Ohio locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

67.8 miles from Millwood, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ohio Turnpike 46.5 mi 49m
North Union Street 17.7 mi 26m
US 250 12.7 mi 15m
I 280 9.1 mi 10m
Wooster Road 8.3 mi 10m
Danville-Jelloway Road 6.9 mi 10m
SR 601 5.9 mi 9m
North Greenwich Milan Town Line Road 5.6 mi 7m
Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 46.5 mi, about 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Millwood, OH and Toledo, OH.

1

Start on US 36

56 ft · 6 sec · Coshocton Road
2

Turn left

470 ft · 13 sec
3

Turn right

168 ft · 10 sec
4

Turn left onto US 62

2.9 mi · 4 min · Millersburg Road
5

Continue on US 62

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Market Street
6

Continue on SR 205; SR 514

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Danville-Jelloway Road
7

Continue on SR 205

6.7 mi · 10 min · Danville-Jelloway Road
8

At end of road, turn right onto SR 3

8.3 mi · 10 min · Wooster Road
9

Turn right onto SR 3; SR 39

0.2 mi · 18 sec · East Main Street
10

Turn left onto SR 3; SR 60

18 mi · 26 min · North Union Street
11

Turn left onto SR 60; SR 96; SR 511

0.1 mi · 14 sec · West Main Street
12

Turn right onto SR 60; SR 96; SR 511

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Cottage Street
13

Enter roundabout onto US 250; SR 60

155 ft · 2 sec · North Cottage Street
14

Continue on US 250; SR 60

0.5 mi · 34 sec · North Cottage Street
15

Continue on US 250; SR 60

3.7 mi · 5 min · United States Highway 250
16

Continue on US 250; SR 60

2.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
17

Turn straight onto US 250

10 mi · 11 min · US 250
18

Turn left onto US 250; SR 162

0.4 mi · 24 sec · US 250; SR 162
19

Continue on US 250; SR 13; SR 162

4.8 mi · 6 min · Wooster Street
20

Turn slight right onto North Greenwich Milan Town Line Road

5.6 mi · 7 min · North Greenwich Milan Town Line Road
21

Turn right onto SR 18

22 ft · 1 sec · State Route 18
22

Continue on SR 18

84 ft · 1 sec · State Route 18
23

Turn slight right onto SR 601

1.1 mi · 1 min · SR 601
24

Enter roundabout onto SR 601

139 ft · 5 sec · SR 601
25

Continue on SR 601

4.9 mi · 7 min · SR 601
26

Turn left onto SR 113

0.2 mi · 42 sec · West Church Street
27

Turn right onto US 250; SR 13; SR 113

2.1 mi · 2 min · US 250; SR 13; SR 113
28

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
29

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · this road
30

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec
31

Merge onto I 80; I 90

47 mi · 49 min · Ohio Turnpike
32

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min
Exit 71 Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit Use the slight right lane.
33

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
34

Continue on I 280

9.1 mi · 10 min · I 280
35

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 9 Toward SR 65
36

Continue on SR 65

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Craig Bridge Street
37

Turn left onto SR 65

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Summit Street
38

Turn right onto SR 120

0.8 mi · 1 min · Cherry Street
39

Turn left onto East Bancroft Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Bancroft Street
40

Arrive at destination

West Bancroft Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave after morning rush hour to maximize your time in Toledo. The longest stretch on the Ohio Turnpike is 46.5 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps before getting on the Turnpike or shortly after exiting. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, it's an economical trip. The most significant consideration is the transition from highway to local roads as you approach Toledo; be prepared for potential traffic changes.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.8 miles from Millwood, OH, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.5 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 30 miles or 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 67.8 miles or 1h 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toledo, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Millwood, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Millwood, OH

This is one driving day of about 135.5 miles and 2h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Millwood, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 46.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Mansfield, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

68 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

West Salem, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Norwalk, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.8 miles from Millwood, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Invention Restaurant - Milan, OH

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77.4

Milan, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+14194990478

Visit website

Promenade Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 135.5

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+14199362875

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 122.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

5
38.5 mi into trip | ~56m in | US 250; SR 60 / North Cottage Street

Enter roundabout onto US 250; SR 60 / North Cottage Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
67 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in | SR 601

Enter roundabout onto SR 601

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

8
121.3 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in

Take the exit toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

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 71 Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
6
122.2 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.03 one way

$42.06 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $23.34 $46.68
premium $4.91 $26.19 $52.38
diesel $5.61 $29.92 $59.83

Estimated Tolls: $2.33

Ohio Turnpike (46.5 mi) $2.33

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.7 0 $14.23 $6.50
Efficient EV 33.9 0 $11.86 $5.42
EV Truck/SUV 54.2 0 $18.97 $8.67

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Millwood, OH

Afternoon in Millwood on Saturday

Local time

4:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Toledo, OH

Afternoon in Toledo on Saturday

Local time

4:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Mansfield, OH

68 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

13 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

2h 56m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route offers a mixed drive, with 58% of it on highway. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Ohio Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 46.5 miles. This highway segment will likely feel like a steady, efficient cruise. As you transition off the Turnpike and onto roads like North Union Street and US 250, expect a change in pace and scenery as you navigate more local environments. The shift from high-speed highway to potentially busier surface streets means you'll need to adjust your driving style.

58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.5 mi on Ohio Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 23 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 135.5 miles you will encounter 23 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 38.5 miles (US 250; SR 60 / North Cottage Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 67 miles (SR 601): 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.

On the drive from Millwood, OH to Toledo, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.

Detroit

121.3 mi in | ~2h 35m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 135.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 46.5 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.33 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Toledo, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 38.5 miles (US 250; SR 60 / North Cottage Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 67 miles (SR 601): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Toledo, OH before heading back.

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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