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Trip from Brilliant, OH to Youngstown, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 37m

Distance

72.3 mi

116 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 30m ★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census-designated place in Jefferson County, Ohio

Brilliant, OH

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Trip Overview

This 72.3-mile drive from Brilliant, Ohio, to Youngstown, Ohio, is an easy one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 37 minutes. You'll primarily be on SR 7 and US 30, with a portion on River Lake Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical journey through the Midwest. The highway-focused profile means you'll cover ground efficiently. This route is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.1 miles from Brilliant, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 7 27.4 mi 38m
US 30 26.5 mi 28m
River Lake Highway 5.3 mi 6m
Canfield Road 3.9 mi 6m
Market Street 2.3 mi 4m
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 — 27.4 mi, about 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brilliant, OH and Youngstown, OH.

1

Start on Labelle Street

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Labelle Street
2

Turn slight right onto Penn Street

432 ft · 17 sec · Penn Street
3

Turn left onto Market Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Market Street
4

Continue on North Market

386 ft · 10 sec · North Market
5

Continue on this road

0.8 mi · 1 min · this road
6

Merge onto SR 7

5.3 mi · 7 min · SR 7
7

Turn left onto Slack Street

519 ft · 14 sec · Slack Street
8

Turn right onto South 4th Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · South 4th Street
9

Turn right onto Franklin Avenue

143 ft · 4 sec · Franklin Avenue
10

Turn left onto SR 7

1.5 mi · 2 min · Dean Martin Boulevard
11

Take the exit onto SR 7

22 mi · 30 min · SR 7
12

Take the exit onto SR 7

0.3 mi · 37 sec · SR 7
13

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 7

342 ft · 8 sec · SR 7
14

Merge onto US 30; SR 7; SR 11

5.3 mi · 6 min · River Lake Highway
15

Continue on US 30; SR 11

26 mi · 28 min · US 30; SR 11
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 34 Toward US 224: Canfield, Poland
17

Turn left onto CR 109

1.5 mi · 3 min · South Raccoon Road
18

Continue on US 62

3.9 mi · 6 min · Canfield Road
19

At end of road, turn left onto US 62

392 ft · 9 sec · Glenwood Avenue
20

Turn right onto US 62

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Indianola Avenue
21

Turn left onto US 62; SR 7

2.0 mi · 3 min · Market Street
22

Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square

124 ft · 2 sec · Central Square
23

Arrive at destination

Central Square

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 37-minute duration, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip. Leaving anytime in the morning should get you to Youngstown with plenty of daylight. Since there are no specific stops recommended in the data, plan your own breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $11 for the 72.3 miles. A practical tip: since SR 7 is your longest stretch at 27.4 miles, ensure you're comfortable with the traffic conditions on that particular highway before you begin.

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 36.1 miles from Brilliant, OH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.4 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 16 miles or 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 36.1 miles or 52m 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 19m

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 Brilliant, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Brilliant, OH

This is one driving day of about 72.3 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Brilliant, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 7 for about 27.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

East Liverpool, OH

36 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.

Popular next leg

East Liverpool, OH to Youngstown, OH

41.3 mi · 52m

Pacing Suggestions

Toronto, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

East Liverpool, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Brilliant, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Davidson's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Canfield, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 67.1

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13307930033

Visit website

Charly's Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Youngstown, Ohio

1.2 mi

Golden Dawn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Youngstown, Ohio

1.2 mi

Davidson's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 67.1

Canfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13307930033

Visit website

Charly's Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 67.1

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13307995569

Visit website

Golden Dawn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.3

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13307460393

Visit website

Thano's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 61.9

Canfield, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13307020300

Visit website

Giangelo's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant & Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 61.9

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+13307264442

Visit website

Imperial Garden Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 61.9

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13307293833

Visit website

Scarsella's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 67.1

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13307880806

Visit website

Knafa Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.3

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+12347192414

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 72.3

Youngstown, Ohio

PowerCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 72.3

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

PowerCharge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 72.3

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 67.1

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 61.9

Boardman, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 72.3

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 72.3

Girard, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 72.3

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 4 am–10 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 69.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.4 mi into trip | ~0m in | Market Street

Turn left onto Market Street

Navigation decision point

4
7 mi into trip | ~11m in | South 4th Street

Turn right onto South 4th Street

Navigation decision point

5
31.7 mi into trip | ~47m in | SR 7

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 7

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6
63.6 mi into trip | ~1h 22m 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
4
69.3 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in | US 62 / Glenwood Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto US 62 / Glenwood Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.22 one way

$22.44 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $12.45 $24.91
premium $4.91 $13.97 $27.95
diesel $5.61 $15.96 $31.93

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.7 0 $7.59 $3.47
Efficient EV 18.1 0 $6.33 $2.89
EV Truck/SUV 28.9 0 $10.12 $4.63

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (68% 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 19, 2026

Origin

Brilliant, OH

Afternoon in Brilliant on Sunday

Local time

12:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Youngstown, OH

Afternoon in Youngstown on Sunday

Local time

12:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°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

17 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

1h 37m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for this 72.3-mile excursion, with 75% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.4 miles on SR 7, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While primarily highway, the inclusion of US 30 and River Lake Highway might introduce some variations in road type and speed. The overall character is geared towards efficient travel, making it a straightforward drive.

75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.4 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 around 0.4 miles in near Market Street.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.3 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (South 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.7 miles (SR 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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 Brilliant, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Poland along the way.

Poland

63.6 mi in | ~1h 22m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 72.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27.4 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.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (South 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.7 miles (SR 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Youngstown, OH before heading back.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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