Origin
Bristol, OH
Afternoon in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, 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
3h 6m
Distance
152.9 mi
246 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 55m
★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 12m
3 PM
3h 16m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
3h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bristol, OH
Mr Alex Photography
Trip Overview
Bristol, OH to Youngstown, OH is 152.9 miles and takes about 3h 6m via I 77, SR 78, and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically Ohio, making it a straightforward trip between two points in the same state. With 82% of the journey on highways, expect a generally efficient travel experience. This is a good option if you're looking for a relatively short, uncomplicated drive to get you from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
76.4 miles from Bristol, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 78.9 mi | 1h 24m |
| SR 78 | 16.5 mi | 24m |
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 15.5 mi | 20m |
| I 76 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Union Avenue Northeast | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| SR 225 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| I 80 | 4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 78.9 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on SR 78
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 78
2
Turn slight left onto SR 78
13 mi
·
19 min
·
SR 78
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 77 North
4
Merge onto I 77
79 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 30
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
8
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Avenue Southeast
10
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue Northeast
11
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Avenue North
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
13
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
15
Continue on US 62
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
16
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Union Avenue Northeast
17
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 224; SR 225
18
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
19
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
20
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 225
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
22
Merge onto I 76
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 76
23
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
26
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
27
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
28
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 6m estimated duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You could depart in the morning and arrive in Youngstown with plenty of time to spare. The $24 fuel cost is a reasonable estimate for this distance, but it's always wise to check local gas prices. Plan to refuel before leaving Bristol or look for services along I 77, as the longest stretch without a major turn is nearly 79 miles. There's one recommended stop, so consider making it a midway point for a quick break.
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 76.4 miles from Bristol, OH, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.9 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 34 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.4 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngstown, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bristol, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Bristol, OH
This is one driving day of about 152.9 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Bristol, 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 77 for about 78.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.4 miles from Bristol, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.9 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 16.7 and 146.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
16.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
96.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
5
96.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
124.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
|
SR 14; SR 225 / State Route 14
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225 / State Route 14
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
146.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
|
I 680
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680 toward I 680: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 680: Youngstown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.73 one way
$47.46 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $26.34 | $52.67 |
| premium | $4.91 | $29.55 | $59.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.76 | $67.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.05 | $7.34 |
| Efficient EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.38 | $6.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.2 | 0 | $21.41 | $9.79 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Afternoon in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 to 15 mph
80% chance
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
30 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 6m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the total mileage on faster roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 78.9 miles on I 77, suggesting a significant portion of the trip will be at highway speeds. While the profile indicates a highway focus, the inclusion of SR 78 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast suggests some transitions to state routes or more local roads, offering a slight change of pace from the interstate. Overall, anticipate a driving experience characterized by efficiency and steady progress.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.9 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 78. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.7 miles in near I 77.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 152.9 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: at 16.7 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.5 miles: 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.
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 Bristol, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
96.3 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 152.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.9 miles on I 77. 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 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. 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: at 16.7 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Youngstown, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Youngstown, OH
More from Bristol, OH
More trips to Youngstown, OH
Explore more options from Bristol, OH or browse trips ending in Youngstown, OH.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OH road trips.