How far is Lorain, OH from Brookfield Center, OH?
The driving distance from Lorain, OH to Brookfield Center, OH is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Portage County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lorain and Brookfield Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain and Brookfield Center.
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Start on Hamilton Avenue
720 ft · 37 sec · Hamilton Avenue
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Turn left onto West 21st Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West 21st Street
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Turn right onto Broadway
2392 ft · 47 sec · Broadway
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Turn left onto East 28th Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East 28th Street
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Turn right onto Grove Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Grove Avenue
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Continue on Lorain Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Lorain Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Cleveland
2692 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
5.5 mi · 6 min · Ohio Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Ohio Turnpike
57.8 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Ohio Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 5
2003 ft · 56 sec
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Keep slight right
587 ft · 14 sec
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Turn straight
867 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
24.3 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight left
129 m · 12 sec
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Turn slight left
1945 ft · 37 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Warren-Sharon Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Warren-Sharon Road
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Turn left onto Valley View Drive
898 ft · 45 sec · Valley View Drive
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Turn left onto Lee Road Northeast
927 ft · 43 sec · Lee Road Northeast
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Turn right onto Crestwood Drive Northeast
1065 ft · 47 sec · Crestwood Drive Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Crestwood Drive Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lorain and Brookfield Center.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Ohio Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Ohio Turnpike
57.8 mi · 01h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lorain and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Brookfield Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lorain to Brookfield Center?
The road trip is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km) and usually takes 01h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Streetsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.2 miles from Lorain and 49.3 miles from Brookfield Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.89 one way or $25.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lorain and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Brookfield Center.
Stop Ideas Near Streetsboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lorain and Brookfield Center. Straight-line distance: 85.53 mi (137.65 km).
#1 Lorain
The most populous city in Lorain County, Ohio.
| Population | 63,872 |
| Coordinates | 41.4528200, -82.1823700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brookfield Center
Census designated place
| Population | 1,207 |
| Coordinates | 41.2406100, -80.5578500 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brookfield Center (-80.55785, 41.24061)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $14.76 | $29.52 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $14.98 | $29.96 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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