How far is Ontario, OH from Lorain, OH?
The driving distance from Ontario, OH to Lorain, OH is about 63.4 miles (102 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 02m 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 31m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ontario and Lorain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ontario and Lorain.
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Start on South Lexington-Springmill Road
3232 ft · 2 min · South Lexington-Springmill Road
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Turn right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 42 North: Ashland
2581 ft · 1 min
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Turn slight right onto Ashland Road
7.4 mi · 11 min · Ashland Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Claremont Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Claremont Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1321 ft · 32 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Union Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Union Street
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Turn right onto Orange Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · Orange Road
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Continue straight
2917 ft · 58 sec
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Keep slight right
37.6 mi · 1 hr
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Turn right onto West 21st Street
1 mi · 2 min · West 21st Street
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Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue
720 ft · 32 sec · Hamilton Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hamilton Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ontario and Lorain.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Orange Road
Keep slight right
37.6 mi · 01h 00m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ontario to Lorain?
The road trip is about 63.4 miles (102 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Sullivan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.5 miles from Ontario and 32.9 miles from Lorain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.30 one way or $16.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Ontario and Chance Rain Showers near Lorain.
Stop Ideas Near Sullivan
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 Sullivan.
Elyria
Sandusky
Cleveland Lakefront station
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ontario and Lorain. Straight-line distance: 52.4 mi (84.33 km).
#1 Ontario
City in Ohio, USA
| Population | 6,102 |
| Coordinates | 40.7595000, -82.5901700 |
| Altitude | 414 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lorain
The most populous city in Lorain County, Ohio.
| Population | 63,872 |
| Coordinates | 41.4528200, -82.1823700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hamilton Avenue (-82.182237, 41.452819)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $9.50 | $19.00 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $9.64 | $19.28 |
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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