Michael Alberini's Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 5–9 pm
+13309652524
Visit websiteCompiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
180.2 mi
290 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toledo, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Poland, OH
Dominik Gryzbon
The drive from Toledo, OH to Poland, OH covers 180.2 miles and takes about 3h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ohio Turnpike, I 680, I 80 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 153.3 miles on Ohio Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
90.1 miles from Toledo, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 180.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 3h 23m highway drive covering 180.2 miles, with most of the trip on Ohio Turnpike and I 680. The longest continuous stretch is about 153.3 miles on Ohio Turnpike.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 680. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 180.2 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 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: 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.
Take the exit toward SR 795, I 80, I 90: Perrysburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80, I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East, I 90 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 80 toward I 80 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Toledo, OH to Poland, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 18: Youngstown along the way.
Cr 18: Youngstown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 153.3 mi | 2h 44m |
| I 680 | 11.9 mi | 15m |
| I 80 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| I 75 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Collingwood Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Boardman Poland Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West McKinley Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sunrise Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo, OH and Poland, 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
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80; I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Take the exit onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 224
Continue on US 224
Arrive at destination
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 40 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.1 miles or 1h 40m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Poland, 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 180.2 miles and 3h 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.1 mi from Toledo, OH · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 90.1 miles from Toledo, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 153.3 miles.
The final approach into Poland, 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 Poland, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 5–9 pm
+13309652524
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Yours Truly Hudson
Hudson, Ohio
Near the end, right off the route
Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 5–9 pm
+13309652524
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+13307588882
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Hudson, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm
+13306562900
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Boardman, Ohio
Hours: 4–10 pm
+13309655899
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Struthers, Ohio
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13307553456
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Struthers, Ohio
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13307552759
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Boardman, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+13307261300
Around the midpoint, short detour
Milan, Ohio
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+14194990478
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
New Middletown, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm
+13303665075
Near the end, right off the route
Youngstown, Ohio
+18554382474
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Girard, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Streetsboro, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Girard, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Boardman, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~10 min detour
Twinsburg, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~12 min detour
Twinsburg, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Toledo, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–11 pm
+14199362875
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Perrysburg, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–6:30 pm
+14193531897
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~11 min detour
North Olmsted, Ohio
Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm
+14407346660
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Regular Gas
$27.97 one way
$55.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $31.04 | $62.08 |
| premium | $4.91 | $34.83 | $69.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.79 | $79.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.66
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
$28
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.1 | 0 | $18.92 | $8.65 |
| Efficient EV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.77 | $7.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.1 | 0 | $25.23 | $11.53 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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 Toledo on Friday
Local time
1:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Poland on Friday
Local time
1:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
51°F
Northfield, OH
90 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
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
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.
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