The Flying Joe
Near the start, short detour
Perrysburg, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm
+14199310273
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
167.3 mi
269 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toledo, OH
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West Alexandria, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
The drive from Toledo, OH to West Alexandria, OH covers 167.3 miles and takes about 3h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, I 70, SR 503 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 139.1 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.96 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
83.7 miles from Toledo, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 139.1 mi | 2h 30m |
| I 70 | 18.3 mi | 20m |
| SR 503 | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| Collingwood Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Sunrise Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Bancroft Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo, OH and West Alexandria, 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
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 503
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 37 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.7 miles or 1h 32m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Alexandria, 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 167.3 miles and 3h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 83.7 miles from Toledo, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 139.1 miles.
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.
Top Restaurant
Perrysburg, Ohio
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm
+14199310273
The Adams Street Cafe ( Toledo, OH )
Toledo, Ohio
Georgio's Cafe International
Toledo, Ohio
Top Coffee Stop
Findlay, Ohio
Early in the drive, short detour
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+15672508190
Near the start, short detour
Perrysburg, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm
+14199310273
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Toledo, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+14192141819
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Toledo, Ohio
Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm
+14192422424
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Troy, Ohio
Hours: 6 am–8 pm
+19373320222
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Toledo, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–12 pm
+15676007029
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Piqua, Ohio
Hours: 6 am–8 pm
+19377780035
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Toledo, OH
Hours: 7 am–6 pm
+14192700082
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Bluffton, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm
+14193589622
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Findlay, Ohio
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+15672508190
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Sidney, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–3 pm
+19377109019
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Lima, Ohio
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+15673713267
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Lima, Ohio
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+15672895394
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Lima, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–3:30 pm
+15677126029
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~10 min detour
Findlay, Ohio
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
Around the midpoint, short detour
Cridersville, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm
+14196454042
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Toledo, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–11 pm
+14199362875
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Perrysburg, Ohio
Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm
+14198744121
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Perrysburg, Ohio
Hours: 8 am–6:30 pm
+14193531897
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Wapakoneta, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–12 pm
+14197382013
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 160.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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 toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 West: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 503: West Alexandria, Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$25.96 one way
$51.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $28.82 | $57.63 |
| premium | $4.91 | $32.33 | $64.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.94 | $73.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.57 | $8.03 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.64 | $6.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.9 | 0 | $23.42 | $10.71 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Toledo on Saturday
Local time
1:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in West Alexandria on Saturday
Local time
1:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
167.3 mi in 3h 9m, mostly highway — 139.1 mi of that is on I 75.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 70. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in near I 75.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 10.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 141.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 141.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 West Alexandria, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Columbus along the way.
Columbus
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 167.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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