How far is Lorain, OH from Lincoln Heights, OH?
The driving distance from Lorain, OH to Lincoln Heights, OH is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Lorain County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lorain and Lincoln Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain and Lincoln Heights.
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Start on Hamilton Avenue
720 ft · 34 sec · Hamilton Avenue
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Turn right onto West 21st Street
1 mi · 2 min · West 21st Street
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Turn left onto North Leavitt Road
10.5 mi · 19 min · North Leavitt Road
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Continue on North Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Continue on North Ashland-Oberlin Road
6 mi · 11 min · North Ashland-Oberlin Road
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Continue on North Main Street
2424 ft · 48 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on South Ashland-Oberlin Road
658 ft · 13 sec · South Ashland-Oberlin Road
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Continue on North Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South Ashland-Oberlin Road
20.2 mi · 29 min · South Ashland-Oberlin Road
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Turn left onto Union Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Union Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1321 ft · 33 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Claremont Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Claremont Avenue
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Turn straight
8.4 mi · 13 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ashland Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lorain and Lincoln Heights.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Ashland-Oberlin Road
Continue on South Ashland-Oberlin Road
20.2 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Lorain and Sunny near Lincoln Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lorain to Lincoln Heights?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Huntington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Lorain and 27.3 miles from Lincoln Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.45 one way or $14.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lorain and Sunny near Lincoln Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Huntington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Huntington.
Elyria
Sandusky
Cleveland Lakefront station
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lorain and Lincoln Heights. Straight-line distance: 49.64 mi (79.88 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 Lincoln Heights
Located in north-central Ohio within Richland County, this census-designated place sits at an average elevation of approximately 1309 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.7714500, -82.4843300 |
| Altitude | 399 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lincoln Heights (-82.48433, 40.77145)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $3.86 | $7.45 | $14.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.45 | $8.58 | $17.16 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $9.64 | $19.28 |
| Diesel | $6.33 | $12.21 | $24.42 |
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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