If you are planning a trip from Cambridge to Youngstown, Ohio, expect a straightforward journey spanning 128.3 miles. You should set aside approximately 2 hours and 1 minute of drive time to complete this trek through the Midwest. Since the entire route is manageable in a single day, there is no need to book overnight accommodations unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Budgeting about $19 for fuel will comfortably cover your travel costs between these two Ohio cities. This drive serves as a practical, direct link between the two locations, making it an efficient choice for those looking to traverse this part of the state without complex planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.2 miles from Cambridge, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
55.9 mi
1h
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
US 224
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 55.9 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Foster Avenue
138 ft·8 sec·Foster Avenue
2
Turn right onto North 9th Street
0.3 mi·1 min·North 9th Street
3
Turn left onto Steubenville Avenue
0.4 mi·59 sec·Steubenville Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 22
1.0 mi·1 min·Highland Avenue
5
Continue on US 22
1.0 mi·1 min·Cadiz Road
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
7
Merge onto I 77
56 mi·1 hr·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
9
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi·11 sec·US 30
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
11
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft·5 sec
12
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi·1 min·Cherry Avenue Southeast
13
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi·2 min·Cherry Avenue Northeast
14
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi·1 min·Market Avenue North
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
16
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi·41 sec·Columbus Road Northeast
18
Continue on US 62
15 mi·19 min·Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
19
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi·8 min·Union Avenue Northeast
20
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi·3 min·US 224; SR 225
21
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi·11 sec·State Route 14
22
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft·11 sec·State Route 14
23
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi·7 min·SR 225
24
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
25
Merge onto I 76
12 mi·12 min·I 76
26
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi·4 min·I 80
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi·8 min·I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·39 sec
29
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Market Street
30
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft·2 sec·Central Square
31
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Because this route is a short, 2-hour drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid local traffic. Since you are navigating local streets rather than highways, keep a close eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns safely. You won't need to plan for major rest stops given the short duration, but carrying a $19 fuel budget is essential to ensure you reach Youngstown without worry. If you prefer a relaxed atmosphere, try leaving mid-morning to avoid typical local commute hours. Staying alert for changing speed limits on these local roads is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival at your destination.
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 58.2 miles from Cambridge, OH, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.2 miles or 1h 5m 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 57m
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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, OH
This is one driving day of about 116.3 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Cambridge, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 55.9 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 109.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.1 mi into trip|~6m in|I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
59.7 mi into trip|~1h 8m 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
60 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
87.9 mi into trip|~1h 47m 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
109.6 mi into trip|~2h 13m 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
$18.05 one way
$36.10 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$20.03
$40.06
premium
$4.91
$22.48
$44.95
diesel
$5.61
$25.68
$51.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.9
0
$12.21
$5.58
Efficient EV
29.1
0
$10.18
$4.65
EV Truck/SUV
46.5
0
$16.28
$7.44
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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 15, 2026
Origin
Cambridge, OH
Late night
in Cambridge on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Late night
in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Plain, OH
58 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
7 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
2h 23m 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...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 92.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive, as this route relies entirely on local roads like North 9th Street, Steubenville Avenue, and Highland Avenue. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be cruising on high-speed interstates; instead, you will navigate local thoroughfares for the duration of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on North 9th Street, emphasizing the constant turns and transitions you will face behind the wheel. Expect a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on local navigation rather than monotonous highway cruising. This personality makes the trip feel more involved and requires your full attention throughout the 128.3-mile distance.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 77.
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 22 significant decision points across 116.3 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 3.1 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60 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.
On the drive from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
59.7 mi in|~1h 8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 116.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on I 77. 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: at 3.1 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Youngstown, OH before heading back.
