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3h 4m
Distance
152 mi
245 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
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Union City, OH
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Toledo, OH
Zekai Zhu
The drive from Union City, OH to Toledo, OH covers 152 miles and takes about 3h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, US 127, US 33 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 88.7 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.73 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
76 miles from Union City, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
This is a 3h 4m highway drive covering 152 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and US 127. The longest continuous stretch is about 88.7 miles on I 75.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
81 ft
Total Descent
577 ft
Highest Point
1,108 ft
Elevation Range
497 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 127. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 36.4 miles in near SR 29; SR 703 / East Market Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Union City, OH to Toledo, OH is easy. At 3h 4m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 36.4 miles (SR 29; SR 703 / East Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 58.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SR 29; SR 703 / East Market Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 65: Rossford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto SR 65 / Miami Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 88.7 mi | 1h 35m |
| US 127 | 22.6 mi | 29m |
| US 33 | 12.6 mi | 13m |
| North Grandview Street | 9.4 mi | 16m |
| East Market Street | 9 mi | 10m |
| State Route 47 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| West Canal Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Oak Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Union City, OH and Toledo, OH.
Start on SR 47
Continue on SR 47
Continue on SR 47
Continue on SR 47
Turn left onto US 127
Turn right onto SR 29; SR 703
Continue on US 33
Take the exit
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 65
Turn right onto SR 65
Turn left onto SR 65
Continue on Front Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Continue on Cherry Street
Turn left onto East Bancroft Street
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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76 miles or 1h 38m 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 Toledo, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Union City, 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 Union City, OH
This is one driving day of about 152 miles and 3h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76 mi from Union City, OH · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 76 miles from Union City, 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 88.7 miles.
The final approach into Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$22.73 one way
$45.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $25.39 | $50.77 |
| premium | $4.79 | $28.66 | $57.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.77 | $67.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.96 | $7.30 |
| Efficient EV | 38 | 0 | $13.30 | $6.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.28 | $9.73 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Night in Union City on Sunday
Local time
10:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Night in Toledo on Sunday
Local time
10:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
56°F
Ada, OH
76 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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