How far is Youngstown, OH from Lorain, OH?
Fastest route
The route from Youngstown, Ohio, USA to Lorain, Ohio, USA is approximately 92.0 miles and takes around 1 hour and 28 minutes via I-80 W. The route has tolls.
Directions
To get from Youngstown to Lorain, follow these directions:
- Head south on Market St toward E Boardman St.
- Turn right onto W Woodland Ave.
- Take the ramp onto I-680 N.
- Drive on I-680 N and continue onto I-80 W.
- Take exit 145 from I-80 W to Elyria. This section of the route has tolls.
- Take the exit to stay on I-80 W.
- Merge onto OH-57 N/Lorain Blvd toward Lorain. Continue on OH-57 N/Lorain Blvd and keep right.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto N Ridge Rd.
- Turn right onto Elyria Ave.
- Turn left onto E 39th St/Lincoln Ave E.
- Pass by Little Caesars Pizza (on the left in 0.6 mi).
- Turn right onto Hamilton Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 💰 Keep some cash handy for the tolls.
- 🚦 Check for traffic conditions before you start your journey.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device for accurate directions.
- 🕑 Allow extra time for unexpected delays or traffic.
- 📞 Save emergency contact numbers in your phone.
- 🍽️ Consider packing snacks or stopping for food along the way.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Youngstown and Lorain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown and Lorain.
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Start on Central Square
38 m · 10 sec · Central Square
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Turn left onto East Federal Street
40 m · 6 sec · East Federal Street
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Continue on West Federal Street
1803 ft · 57 sec · West Federal Street
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Turn left onto Spring Common Avenue
564 ft · 11 sec · Spring Common Avenue
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Continue on Mahoning Avenue
2882 ft · 58 sec · Mahoning Avenue
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Turn left onto Edwards Street
109 m · 12 sec · Edwards Street
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Turn right onto Marshall Street
140 m · 13 sec · Marshall Street
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Take the ramp slight left
609 ft · 15 sec
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9
Merge slight left onto South Shore Expressway
3028 ft · 51 sec · South Shore Expressway
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Continue on Wickliffe Expressway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Wickliffe Expressway
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Merge slight right
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 76 East
2550 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Cleveland
2349 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
31.1 mi · 33 min · Ohio Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Ohio Turnpike
41.6 mi · 45 min · Ohio Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
3245 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 57 North: Lorain
1183 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lorain Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Lorain Boulevard
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Continue on Grove Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Grove Avenue
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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 Broadway
2392 ft · 48 sec · Broadway
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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 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 Youngstown and Lorain.
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
41.6 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Youngstown and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Lorain.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Youngstown to Lorain?
The road trip is about 92.6 miles (149 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46 miles from Youngstown and 46.5 miles from Lorain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.3 miles (134 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 3:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.12 one way or $24.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Youngstown and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Lorain.
Stop Ideas Near Hudson
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 Hudson.
Cleveland Lakefront station
Alliance
Elyria
Sandusky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Youngstown and Lorain. Straight-line distance: 83.25 mi (133.97 km).
#1 Youngstown
The most populous city in Mahoning County, Ohio.
| Population | 63,828 |
| Coordinates | 41.0997800, -80.6495200 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| 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: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $12.12 | $24.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $13.87 | $27.74 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $15.66 | $31.33 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $14.07 | $28.15 |
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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