Origin
Toledo, OH
Evening in Toledo on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
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4h 27m
Distance
219.7 mi
354 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toledo, OH
Zekai Zhu
Brookville, OH
Tom Fisk
Spanning 219.7 miles across the Ohio heartland, this route connects Toledo to Brookville in approximately 4 hours and 27 minutes. You can easily tackle this journey in a single day, as it is designed for efficiency rather than a multi-day expedition. Budgeting about $33 for fuel will cover your transit across the Midwest. Since you are staying within the same region, you will notice a consistent landscape as you transition from the northern reaches of the state down toward the southwest. This drive is a straightforward, highway-focused trek that prioritizes speed and directness over detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
109.9 miles from Toledo, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Expect a trip dominated by major thoroughfares, with 70% of your travel occurring on highway systems. You will spend your time navigating a combination of US 23, I-75, and Old Logan Road to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 52.4-mile segment on US 23, which allows for steady, consistent driving. While the pace is generally fast, the character of the road shifts as you move between the interstate and local segments. You should prepare for a mix of high-speed cruising and the occasional transition onto smaller roads as you approach Brookville.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in near I 75.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 219.7 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 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles (US 68; SR 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (US 68; SR 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15 toward US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 33 East: Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Toledo, OH to Brookville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.
Columbus
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 52.4 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 75 | 43.8 mi | 47m |
| Old Logan Road | 26.7 mi | 30m |
| I 71 | 22.1 mi | 25m |
| US 68 | 17.7 mi | 21m |
| Lancaster Bypass | 13.8 mi | 14m |
| Southeast Expressway | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest | 7.6 mi | 9m |
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo, OH and Brookville, OH.
Start on West Bancroft Street
Turn right onto Collingwood Boulevard
Turn slight right onto CR 562
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Continue on I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Take the exit onto US 68; SR 15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; SR 15
Continue on US 23
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 37
Turn right onto US 42
At end of road, turn left onto US 36; SR 521
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
Continue on US 36; SR 37
Take the exit
Merge onto I 71
Take the exit
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Continue on US 33
Keep slight right at fork onto US 33
Continue on US 33
Continue on US 33
Continue on US 33
Continue on US 33
Continue on US 33
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto SR 682
Continue on SR 682
Continue on SR 682
Continue on SR 682
Turn right onto Luhrig Road
Arrive at destination
Planning for this trip is simple because the 4.5-hour duration offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Since you only need one planned stop to maintain a comfortable pace, try to time your break to coincide with the end of your longest stretch on US 23. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid peak traffic congestion typically found on I-75. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $33 estimated cost is a reliable baseline for budgeting your travel expenses. Because the route is relatively short, don't feel pressured to rush; use that single stop to stretch your legs thoroughly before finishing the final leg of your journey.
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.9 miles or 2h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookville, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Toledo, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Toledo, OH
This is one driving day of about 219.7 miles and 4h 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.9 mi from Toledo, OH · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 109.9 miles from Toledo, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Brookville, 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 Brookville, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$32.86 one way
$65.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $36.69 | $73.38 |
| premium | $4.79 | $41.43 | $82.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $48.81 | $97.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.9 | 0 | $23.07 | $10.55 |
| Efficient EV | 54.9 | 0 | $19.22 | $8.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.9 | 1 | $30.76 | $14.06 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Evening in Toledo on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Brookville on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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