Laurel, Maryland to Lorain: Road Trip Guide & Distance

324.7 miles 522.6 km · straight line
389.7 miles estimated 627.1 km · driving distance
7h 50min estimated drive time
$38 - $46 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Maryland from Lorain?

The distance from Laurel, Maryland to Lorain is 324.7 miles (522.6 km) as the crow flies. Lorain is located WNW of Laurel, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 389.7 miles, taking about 7h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Maryland in Maryland and Lorain in Ohio.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Laurel, Maryland and Lorain. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Laurel, Maryland to Lorain

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 50min $38 - $46 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 24min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~7h 27min $47–$136* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Maryland & Lorain

Quick Facts

Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m elevation
Lorain
41.45°N, 82.18°W
America/New_York
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 108 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients