This 75.4-mile drive from Perry Heights, OH to Lorain, OH, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. You'll spend about 36% of your time on highways, with a significant stretch of 34.3 miles on Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $12, making it an economical option. This route offers a mixed drive experience, suitable for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stop. It's a straightforward trip within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Ohio.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.7 miles from Perry Heights, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 75.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is a blend of highway cruising and local road navigation. With 36% of the journey on highways, expect some stretches where you can maintain higher speeds. However, the longest uninterrupted segment is 34.3 miles on Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest, indicating a substantial portion on a more direct, potentially less trafficked road than a pure interstate. This mixed profile means you'll experience varying speeds and road conditions as you progress from Perry Heights to Lorain.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest is the longest continuous segment at about 34.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.4 miles you will encounter 17 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 2 miles (SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (State Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2 mi into trip|~4m in|SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast
Turn right onto SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in|State Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto State Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
37.9 mi into trip|~48m in
Take the exit toward SR 21: Brecksville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 145
Toward SR 21: Brecksville Road
7
39.4 mi into trip|~51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80 West: Toledo
8
67.2 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 145
Toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
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 Perry Heights, OH to Lorain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Elyria along the way.
Elyria
67.2 mi in|~1h 21m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest
34.3 mi
40m
Ohio Turnpike
27.3 mi
29m
East 28th Street
2.3 mi
3m
Lorain Boulevard
2.1 mi
3m
Lincoln Way East
2 mi
4m
Grove Avenue
1.5 mi
2m
West 21st Street
0.8 mi
1m
State Avenue Northeast
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest
— 34.3 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry Heights, OH and Lorain, OH.
1
Start on SR 172
2.0 mi·4 min·Lincoln Way East
2
Turn right onto SR 241
0.3 mi·32 sec·Wales Road Northeast
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto State Avenue Northeast
0.7 mi·1 min·State Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto 1st Street Northeast
0.5 mi·1 min·1st Street Northeast
5
Turn left onto SR 236
331 ft·9 sec·Lake Avenue Northwest
6
Turn right onto SR 21
34 mi·40 min·Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 145Toward SR 21: Brecksville RoadUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto SR 21
0.6 mi·1 min·Brecksville Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
10
Continue on this road
397 ft·9 sec·this road
11
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·13 sec·this road
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 80 West: ToledoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 80
27 mi·29 min·Ohio Turnpike
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 145Toward SR 57: Lorain, ElyriaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward SR 57 North: Lorain
16
Merge onto SR 57
2.1 mi·3 min·Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on SR 57
1.5 mi·2 min·Grove Avenue
18
Turn left onto SR 57
2.3 mi·3 min·East 28th Street
19
Turn right onto SR 57
0.5 mi·47 sec·Broadway
20
Turn left onto SR 611
0.8 mi·1 min·West 21st Street
21
Turn right onto Hamilton Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·Hamilton Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Hamilton Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes for this 75.4-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own based on your needs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $12 for the journey, and it's always wise to top off before you leave. The longest stretch on Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest is over 34 miles, so be prepared for that segment without immediate services.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.7 miles from Perry Heights, OH, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.3 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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.7 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lorain, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Perry Heights, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Perry Heights, OH
This is one driving day of about 75.4 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Perry Heights, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest for about 34.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.7 mi from Perry Heights, OH
· 48m into the drive
The midpoint is around 37.7 miles from Perry Heights, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.70 one way
$23.40 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$12.99
$25.97
premium
$4.91
$14.57
$29.14
diesel
$5.61
$16.65
$33.29
Estimated Tolls: $1.37
Ohio Turnpike
(27.3 mi)$1.37
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
$12
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.6
0
$7.92
$3.62
Efficient EV
18.9
0
$6.60
$3.02
EV Truck/SUV
30.2
0
$10.56
$4.83
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Perry Heights, OH
Late night
in Perry Heights on Saturday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lorain, OH
Late night
in Lorain on Saturday
Local time
1:34 AM
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
11 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
1h 35m 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 Perry Heights, OH to Lorain, OH covers 75.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest, Ohio Turnpike, East 28th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.7 miles from Perry Heights, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.70 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 75.4 miles you will encounter 17 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 2 miles (SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (State Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Perry Heights, OH to Lorain, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Elyria along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
