Traveling from Bellaire to Youngstown covers 98.5 miles of local terrain, typically taking about 1 hour and 44 minutes to complete. Because this journey is entirely comprised of local roads like 34th Street, Noble Street, and 43rd Street, it is best suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Midwestern points. Since the route avoids highways entirely, you will be navigating through local streets for the duration of the trip rather than cruising on an interstate. It is a straightforward drive, making it a manageable connection for anyone looking to move between these two Ohio locations without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.1 miles from Bellaire, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 7
47.3 mi
1h 5m
US 30
26.5 mi
28m
River Lake Highway
5.3 mi
6m
Canfield Road
3.9 mi
6m
Market Street
2 mi
3m
Dean Martin Boulevard
1.5 mi
2m
South Raccoon Road
1.5 mi
3m
South 4th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
SR 7
— 47.3 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellaire, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Belmont Street
20 ft·2 sec·Belmont Street
2
Turn right onto 34th Street
0.1 mi·24 sec·34th Street
3
Turn right onto Noble Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·Noble Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Noble Street
0.4 mi·42 sec·Noble Street
5
Turn right onto 43rd Street
275 ft·10 sec·43rd Street
6
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
0.4 mi·44 sec·Jefferson Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto 48th Street
319 ft·9 sec·48th Street
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
9
Merge onto SR 7
25 mi·34 min·SR 7
10
Turn left onto Slack Street
519 ft·14 sec·Slack Street
11
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi·2 min·South 4th Street
12
Turn right onto Franklin Avenue
143 ft·4 sec·Franklin Avenue
13
Turn left onto SR 7
1.5 mi·2 min·Dean Martin Boulevard
14
Take the exit onto SR 7
22 mi·30 min·SR 7
15
Take the exit onto SR 7
0.3 mi·37 sec·SR 7
16
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 7
342 ft·8 sec·SR 7
17
Merge onto US 30; SR 7; SR 11
5.3 mi·6 min·River Lake Highway
18
Continue on US 30; SR 11
26 mi·28 min·US 30; SR 11
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 34Toward US 224: Canfield, Poland
20
Turn left onto CR 109
1.5 mi·3 min·South Raccoon Road
21
Continue on US 62
3.9 mi·6 min·Canfield Road
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 62
392 ft·9 sec·Glenwood Avenue
23
Turn right onto US 62
0.9 mi·1 min·West Indianola Avenue
24
Turn left onto US 62; SR 7
2.0 mi·3 min·Market Street
25
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft·2 sec·Central Square
26
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 44 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your own schedule. Since there are no designated stops included in this 98.5-mile itinerary, you should identify potential break spots along the local roads before you head out. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early, as the $14 estimated cost is based on consistent movement through local traffic. Because you are navigating strictly via streets like 43rd Street and Noble Street, ensure your GPS is set to prioritize local routing to avoid confusion. Using this local-only approach allows you to pace the drive exactly how you like, so take advantage of the ability to stop whenever you see a convenient pull-off.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.1 miles from Bellaire, OH, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.3 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.1 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngstown, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bellaire, 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 Bellaire, OH
This is one driving day of about 92.1 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Bellaire, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 7 for about 47.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|34th Street
Turn right onto 34th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Noble Street
Turn right onto Noble Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|Noble Street
At end of road, turn left onto Noble Street
Navigation decision point
5
51.6 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|SR 7
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 7
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
83.5 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward US 224: Canfield, Poland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 34
Toward US 224: Canfield, Poland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.29 one way
$28.59 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$15.86
$31.73
premium
$4.91
$17.80
$35.60
diesel
$5.61
$20.33
$40.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.6
0
$9.67
$4.42
Efficient EV
23
0
$8.06
$3.68
EV Truck/SUV
36.8
0
$12.89
$5.89
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Bellaire, OH
Morning
in Bellaire on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Morning
in Youngstown on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. With a highway share of 0%, this route relies exclusively on local thoroughfares, meaning you will not be dealing with the monotony of long, straight interstate stretches. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on 34th Street, highlighting the frequent turns and shifts in direction you will encounter. Navigating these local roads provides a different experience than a standard highway commute, as you will be constantly interacting with the immediate surroundings. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over speed.
80% 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: 47.3 mi on SR 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 7 and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 34th Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 92.1 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 (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Noble Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Noble Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Bellaire, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Poland along the way.
Youngstown is a city of 60,000 people (2020) in Northeast Ohio and is the county seat of Mahoning County. For Youngstown, it was all about coal and steel, until deindustrialization occurred in the second half of the 20th century.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 92.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.3 miles on SR 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Youngstown, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Noble Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Noble Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Youngstown, OH before heading back.
