Origin
Austintown, OH
Late night in Austintown on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Trip from Austintown, OH to Springfield, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
205.1 mi
330 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
★
6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Austintown, OH
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Springfield, OH
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Trip Overview
This 205-mile drive from Austintown, OH to Springfield, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused journey perfect for a single day trip, taking approximately 4 hours. You'll primarily navigate I-76 and I-71, with a portion on US-36, making it an efficient way to travel within the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $32, this route offers a budget-friendly option for your travels. The predominantly highway nature means you can cover ground quickly, with only one main stop recommended. Consider this route if you're looking for a practical, no-frills trip between these two Ohio cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.6 miles from Austintown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 78 mi | 1h 23m |
| I 76 | 39.2 mi | 44m |
| US 36 | 34.9 mi | 42m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Marysville Road | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| State Route 37 East | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| I 80 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| East William Street | 2.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 78 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austintown, OH and Springfield, OH.
1
Start on this road
30 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR 105
216 ft
·
13 sec
·
Ohltown Road
3
Turn sharp left onto SR 46
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Canfield Niles Road
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge onto I 80
3.5 mi
·
3 min
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I 80
6
Continue on I 76
39 mi
·
44 min
·
I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
Toward I 76 West: Barberton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 71
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 36; SR 37
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 37 East
12
Continue on US 36; SR 37
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
13
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East William Street
14
Continue on US 36
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Marysville Road
15
Take the exit onto US 36
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 36
16
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4
31 mi
·
38 min
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US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
18
Turn straight onto SR 4
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Mitchell Boulevard
19
Turn left onto SR 4
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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North Belmont Avenue
20
Turn right onto SR 4
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Lagonda Avenue
21
Turn right onto SR 4
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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Warder Street
22
Continue on US 40; SR 4; SR 41
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
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East North Street
23
Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Fountain Avenue
24
Turn left onto East High Street
476 ft
·
22 sec
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East High Street
25
Turn left onto South Limestone Street
364 ft
·
7 sec
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South Limestone Street
26
Arrive at destination
South Limestone Street
Trip Plan
Given its 4-hour duration, this trip is easily manageable in one day. To make the most of your time, departing in the morning will allow you to arrive at your destination with ample daylight. While the drive is relatively short, plan for a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 78-mile stretch on I-71, to ensure you have enough to reach your next service area. The flexibility of a single-day trip means you can adjust your departure time based on traffic or your personal schedule.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.6 miles from Austintown, OH, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 45 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.6 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Austintown, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Austintown, OH
This is one driving day of about 205.1 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Austintown, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 78 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.6 miles from Austintown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 170.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 105 / Ohltown Road
Turn right onto CR 105 / Ohltown Road
Navigation decision point
7
44.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 West: Barberton
7
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
8
143.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
6
170.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
|
US 36; SR 4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4 toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfi...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.83 one way
$63.66 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $35.33 | $70.65 |
| premium | $4.91 | $39.64 | $79.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.28 | $90.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.54 | $9.84 |
| Efficient EV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.95 | $8.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82 | 1 | $28.71 | $13.13 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Springfield, OH
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
103 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 42.4
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 205.1
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 205.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-heavy experience on this route, with 88% of your travel occurring on major interstates like I-71 and I-76. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 78 miles on I-71, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While largely characterized by its highway focus, the inclusion of US-36 introduces a slight variation. Overall, this drive is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration, allowing you to maintain consistent speeds for most of the journey.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 105 / Ohltown Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 205.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 105 / Ohltown Road): Navigation decision point; at 44.9 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Austintown, OH to Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.
Delaware
143.9 mi in
|
~2h 43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 205.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Springfield, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 105 / Ohltown Road): Navigation decision point; at 44.9 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Springfield, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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