Origin
Moulton, OH
Evening in Moulton on Thursday
Local time
5:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moulton, OH to Lorain, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 13m
Distance
150.8 mi
243 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 2m
★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moulton, OH
Nguyen Ngoc Tien
Lorain, OH
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Trip Overview
This 150.8-mile drive from Moulton to Lorain, Ohio, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect the journey to take about 3 hours and 13 minutes, with a projected fuel cost of around $23. The route primarily utilizes I-75 and SR 2, making it a convenient option for a quick regional excursion within the Midwest. You'll find this drive offers a practical way to cover ground efficiently, with just one recommended stop to break up the travel time. It's a solid choice if you're looking for a no-fuss trip 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
75.4 miles from Moulton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 150.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route leans heavily into its highway-focused profile, with 82% of the drive taking place on faster roads like I-75 and SR 2. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 45.5 miles on I-75, which means extended periods of consistent speed. While primarily highway, the inclusion of US 224 offers a slight variation in pace before you reach your destination. The overall character is one of efficiency, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal detours and a predictable driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 2. 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 CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 150.8 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 0.1 miles (CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 53.2 miles (I 75 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road
Turn right onto CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 38B
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
6
53.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
I 75 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 Business toward US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
8
146.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m in
Take the exit toward SR 58: Lorain, Amherst
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 164
Toward SR 58: Lorain, Amherst
6
146.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
|
SR 58 / North Leavitt Road
Turn left onto SR 58 / North Leavitt Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 45.5 mi | 48m |
| SR 2 | 29.3 mi | 31m |
| US 224 | 16.2 mi | 21m |
| Tiffin Avenue | 15.4 mi | 23m |
| SR 18 | 12.8 mi | 18m |
| US 33 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| SR 4 | 5 mi | 6m |
| SR 67 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 45.5 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moulton, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on CR 33A
304 ft
·
11 sec
·
County Road 33A
2
Turn right onto CR 91
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Moulton-Fort Amanda Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 31
4
Merge onto US 33
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 33
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 38B
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
6
Merge onto I 75
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 75
7
Take the exit onto I 75 Business
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 75 Business
Toward US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 Business
Toward US 68 South, SR 15 East: Carey
9
Turn slight right
179 ft
·
3 sec
10
Turn straight onto I 75 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lima Avenue
11
Turn left onto I 75 Business
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Main Street
12
Turn right onto SR 568
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Sandusky Street
13
Turn left onto East Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Street
14
Turn slight right onto Central Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn left onto North Blanchard Street
498 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Blanchard Street
16
Turn slight right onto US 224; SR 12
15 mi
·
23 min
·
Tiffin Avenue
17
Enter roundabout onto US 224
130 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 224
18
Continue on US 224
16 mi
·
21 min
·
US 224
19
Turn left onto SR 67
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 67
20
Continue on SR 18
13 mi
·
18 min
·
SR 18
21
Turn right onto US 20; SR 18
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
22
Turn left onto SR 113
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 113
23
Turn left onto SR 4
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 4
24
Enter roundabout onto SR 4
85 ft
·
1 sec
·
Hayes Avenue
25
Continue on SR 4
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Hayes Avenue
26
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
27
Merge onto SR 2
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 2
28
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 2
22 mi
·
23 min
·
SR 2
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 164
Toward SR 58: Lorain, Amherst
Use the slight right lane.
30
Turn left onto SR 58
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North Leavitt Road
Use the left lane.
31
Turn right onto SR 611
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 21st Street
32
Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hamilton Avenue
33
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day adventure, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aiming to leave in the morning will give you ample daylight and time to explore upon arrival in Lorain. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $23, planning is straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 45.5-mile stretch on I-75, as services can be spaced out on longer highway segments. This route is designed for ease, so focus on enjoying the relatively quick transit.
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 75.4 miles from Moulton, OH, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.5 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 33 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.4 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lorain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moulton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Moulton, OH
This is one driving day of about 150.8 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Moulton, 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 I 75 for about 45.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.4 mi from Moulton, OH · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.4 miles from Moulton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lorain, OH
The final approach into Lorain, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lorain, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.40 one way
$46.81 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $25.97 | $51.95 |
| premium | $4.91 | $29.14 | $58.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.29 | $66.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.83 | $7.24 |
| Efficient EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.20 | $6.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.11 | $9.65 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
Lorain, OH
Evening in Lorain on Thursday
Local time
5:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
3h 13m 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 Moulton, OH to Lorain, OH covers 150.8 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, SR 2, US 224. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.4 miles from Moulton, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.40 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 150.8 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 0.1 miles (CR 91 / Moulton-Fort Amanda Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 53.2 miles (I 75 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Moulton, OH to Lorain, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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