Origin
Canal Fulton, OH
Morning in Canal Fulton on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canal Fulton, 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 21m
Distance
63.8 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canal Fulton, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 63.8-mile drive from Canal Fulton to Youngstown, Ohio, is designed for efficiency, taking just about 1 hour and 21 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, allowing you to easily complete the journey and return or spend ample time at your destination. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with an estimated fuel cost of around $10, making it an economical choice for your Midwest travels. You'll primarily navigate via I-76 and I-680, with a brief section on Manchester Road, keeping the focus on covering ground smoothly. This trip offers a practical way to connect two points within Ohio without significant detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 76 | 36.8 mi | 40m |
| Manchester Road | 8.3 mi | 14m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| I 80 | 4 mi | 4m |
| I 77 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| I 277 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Manchester Avenue Northwest | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 76
— 36.8 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canal Fulton, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on SR 93
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Cherry Street East
2
Continue on SR 93
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Manchester Avenue Northwest
3
Continue on SR 93
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Manchester Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Merge onto I 277; US 224
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 277; US 224
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 4B
Toward I 77 North: Akron
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 77
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 77
8
Take the exit onto I 77
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
I 77
Exit 125B
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 125B
Toward I 76 East: Youngstown
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 76
37 mi
·
40 min
·
I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
14
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
15
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
16
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Canal Fulton, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 10.9 and 16.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 277; US 224
Merge onto I 277; US 224
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
13.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North: Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 4B
Toward I 77 North: Akron
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 77
Take the exit onto I 77
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 125B
8
15.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 125B
Toward I 76 East: Youngstown
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 76
Merge onto I 76
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.90 one way
$19.80 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.99 | $21.98 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.33 | $24.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.09 | $28.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.58 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.93 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Morning in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Logtown, OH
32 mi in
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
13 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
1h 21m 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 an 81% highway share on this route, signaling a predominantly high-speed driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 36.8 miles on I-76, offering a significant period of consistent travel. While largely a highway-focused drive, the inclusion of Manchester Road provides a slight variation from the interstate monotony. You'll likely experience the feeling of efficient transit, with the landscape unfolding at a steady pace as you move from one Ohio location to another. This isn't a winding backroad adventure, but rather a direct connection built for utility.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.8 mi on I 76.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and Manchester Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in near I 277; US 224.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 10.9 miles (I 277; US 224): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles (I 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Canal Fulton, OH
Full guide →Canal Fulton is a city in Stark County, Ohio.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 63.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.8 miles on I 76. 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 10.9 miles (I 277; US 224): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles (I 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
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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