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Trip from Toledo, OH to Turpin Hills, OH

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

Drive Time

3h 59m

Distance

205.1 mi

330 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 46m ★
6 AM
3h 59m
8 AM
4h 25m
10 AM
4h 8m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 52m

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

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county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Toledo, OH

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Downtown Turpin Hills, OH, OH

Turpin Hills, OH

Walter Coppola

Trip Overview

The drive from Toledo, OH to Turpin Hills, OH covers 205.1 miles and takes about 3h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, SR 4, Norwood Lateral Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 146.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.83 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

102.6 miles from Toledo, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 146.2 mi 2h 39m
SR 4 46.3 mi 55m
Norwood Lateral Expressway 2.8 mi 3m
Collingwood Boulevard 1.7 mi 3m
Linwood Avenue 1.7 mi 3m
Beechmont Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
Edwards Road 1 mi 2m
Clough Pike 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 146.2 mi, about 2h 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Bancroft Street

52 ft · 5 sec · West Bancroft Street
2

Turn right onto Collingwood Boulevard

1.7 mi · 3 min · Collingwood Boulevard
3

Turn slight right onto CR 562

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Sunrise Avenue
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 75 South: Dayton
5

Merge onto I 75

0.1 mi · 9 sec · I 75
6

Continue on I 75

8.1 mi · 9 min · I 75
Exit 200 Toward South Avenue
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

138 mi · 2 hr 29 min · I 75
Toward I 75 South: Dayton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Merge onto SR 4

46 mi · 55 min · SR 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 42 sec
Exit 7 Toward SR 562: Norwood Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on SR 562

2.8 mi · 3 min · Norwood Lateral Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati Use the slight right lane.
12

Merge onto I 71

0.6 mi · 49 sec · Northeast Expressway
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 6 Toward SR 561: Edwards Road, Smith Road Use the slight right lane.
14

Turn left onto SR 561

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Williams Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15

Turn right onto SR 561

1.0 mi · 2 min · Edwards Road
Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto SR 561

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Observatory Avenue
Use the left lane.
17

Turn right onto SR 561

0.8 mi · 1 min · Linwood Avenue
18

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 561

0.8 mi · 1 min · Linwood Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn straight onto SR 561

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Beechmont Avenue
20

Continue on Beechmont Avenue

1.4 mi · 2 min · Beechmont Avenue
21

Take the exit onto SR 32

0.7 mi · 1 min · SR 32
Toward SR 32 East
22

Turn slight right onto Clough Pike

0.8 mi · 1 min · Clough Pike
23

Turn left onto Turpin Hills Drive

0.2 mi · 53 sec · Turpin Hills Drive
24

Turn right

54 ft · 3 sec
25

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 102.6 miles from Toledo, OH, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.2 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 45 miles or 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 102.6 miles or 1h 54m 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 7m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH

This is one driving day of about 205.1 miles and 3h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Toledo, 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 146.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown De Graff, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

De Graff, OH

103 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

Fostoria, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sidney, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 102.6 miles from Toledo, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.2 miles.

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.

Top Restaurant

The Adams Street Cafe ( Toledo, OH )

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Toledo, Ohio

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14192141819

Visit website

Pilgrim Restaurant - Findlay, OH

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Findlay, Ohio

1.3 mi

Georgio's Cafe International

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Toledo, Ohio

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Pressed Drive Thru Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Findlay, Ohio

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 44

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+15672508190

Visit website

The Adams Street Cafe ( Toledo, OH )

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14192141819

Visit website

Pilgrim Restaurant - Findlay, OH

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 44

Findlay, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+14194227022

Visit website

Speedy Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 44

Findlay, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+14194226311

Visit website

Georgio's Cafe International

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+14192422424

Visit website

Brew House Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+15676007029

Visit website

Logan's Irish Pub - Findlay, OH

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 44

Findlay, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+14194203602

Visit website

Circle of Friends Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 44

Findlay, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15672944274

Visit website

Lincoln Square Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.9

Troy, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+19373320222

Visit website

Pressed Drive Thru Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 44

Findlay, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+15672508190

Visit website

Black Squirrel Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 190.5

Glendale, Ohio

Hours: 6:45 am–3 pm

+15133151870

Visit website

Pettibone Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 146.5

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+19379859623

Visit website

CAVU Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 175.8

West Chester Township, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15137552288

Visit website

Vibe Coffeehouse & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 73.3

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+15672895394

Visit website

Kala Coffeehouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 175.8

Mason, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15133321921

Visit website

Our Town Roast

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 73.3

Lima, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–3:30 pm

+15677126029

Visit website

Lao Street Cafe and Boba

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44

Findlay, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

Promenade Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+14199362875

Visit website

Glenwood Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 190.5

Wyoming, Ohio

Hours: 10:30 am–4:30 pm

+15137718733

Visit website

Wright Brothers National Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 146.5

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19372932841

Visit website

The Village Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.9

Cridersville, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+14196454042

Visit website

Alpha Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.9

Wapakoneta, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+14197382013

Visit website

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 146.5

Dayton, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+19372283221

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 198.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
10.3 mi into trip | ~14m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Dayton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 South: Dayton
7
194.6 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in

Take the exit toward SR 562: Norwood

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 7 Toward SR 562: Norwood
6
197.8 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in

Take the exit toward I 71 South: Cincinnati

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71 South: Cincinnati
8
198.7 mi into trip | ~3h 44m in

Take the exit toward SR 561: Edwards Road, Smith Road

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 6 Toward SR 561: Edwards Road, Smith Road
7
198.9 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in | SR 561 / Williams Avenue

Turn left onto SR 561 / Williams Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.83 one way

$63.66 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 72 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $35.33 $70.65
premium $4.91 $39.64 $79.28
diesel $5.61 $45.28 $90.57

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 61.5 0 $21.54 $9.84
Efficient EV 51.3 0 $17.95 $8.20
EV Truck/SUV 82 1 $28.71 $13.13

Gas CO2

72 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Toledo, OH

Afternoon in Toledo on Saturday

Local time

2:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Turpin Hills, OH

Afternoon in Turpin Hills on Saturday

Local time

2:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°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

6 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 59m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 148.6
View on nps.gov
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

National Monument

Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...

17 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 148.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

205.1 mi in 3h 59m, mostly highway — 146.2 mi of that is on I 75.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 146.2 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 4. 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.

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 17 significant decision points across 205.1 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 194.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 205.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 146.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Turpin Hills, 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: at 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 194.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Turpin Hills, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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.

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