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Trip from Celina, OH to Youngstown, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 32m

Distance

238.5 mi

384 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 19m ★
6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 59m
10 AM
4h 42m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 58m
8 PM
4h 24m

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

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city in and seat of Mercer County, Ohio, United States

Celina, OH

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Trip Overview

This 238.5-mile drive from Celina, Ohio, to Youngstown, Ohio, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 32 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with 93% of the drive on interstates, making it a highway-focused experience. Budget around $37 for fuel, and plan for one stop along the way. Given its manageable length and highway profile, this trip is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing to break up the drive overnight. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region throughout this journey.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

119.2 miles from Celina, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 30 83.1 mi 1h 31m
I 76 57.6 mi 1h 6m
I 71 31.9 mi 34m
I 75 24.5 mi 26m
US 33 12.6 mi 13m
East Market Street 8.9 mi 10m
I 680 5.9 mi 8m
East Lincoln Highway 4.2 mi 7m
Longest stretch: US 30 — 83.1 mi, about 1h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on SR 29; SR 703

8.9 mi · 10 min · East Market Street
2

Continue on US 33

13 mi · 13 min · US 33
3

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 38B Toward I 75 North: Toledo
4

Merge onto I 75

24 mi · 26 min · I 75
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward SR 696: Delphos, Upper Sandusky
6

Turn right onto SR 696

4.2 mi · 7 min · East Lincoln Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Turn right onto CR 15 / TR 15

0.5 mi · 52 sec · County Road 15 / Hancock Road
8

Turn left onto US 30

37 mi · 39 min · US 30
9

Take the exit onto US 30

46 mi · 51 min · US 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 176 Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
11

Merge onto I 71

32 mi · 34 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 209A-B Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 209A Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 76; US 224

17 mi · 20 min · I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 76
Toward I 76 East: Akron Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77

39 mi · 43 min · I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Continue on I 80

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 80
19

Keep slight right at fork onto I 680

5.9 mi · 8 min · I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 39 sec
21

Turn sharp left onto Market Street

0.6 mi · 59 sec · 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

For this 4-hour and 32-minute drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Youngstown and still have the afternoon free. With only one recommended stop for this 238.5-mile trip, you can be strategic about when and where you pull over. Consider making your stop around the halfway point or when you feel the need for a break. Since the route is predominantly highway, keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you approach the 83.1-mile stretch on US 30, to ensure you don't need to detour for gas unexpectedly.

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 119.2 miles from Celina, OH, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.1 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 52 miles or 1h in

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

Halfway reset

Around 119.2 miles or 2h 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 41m

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 Celina, 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 Celina, OH

This is one driving day of about 238.5 miles and 4h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Celina, 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 US 30 for about 83.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Mansfield, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

119 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

De Graff, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Shelby, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 119.2 miles from Celina, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.1 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Little Athens Greek Restaurant - Bucyrus, OH

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bucyrus, Ohio

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 1h 57m in / 2h 35m to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14195621260

Visit website

Golden Dawn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Youngstown, Ohio

1.2 mi

The Village Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Upper Sandusky, Ohio

1.8 mi

Little Athens Greek Restaurant - Bucyrus, OH

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Bucyrus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14195621260

Visit website

Golden Dawn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13307460393

Visit website

The Village Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Upper Sandusky, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+14192942945

Visit website

Knafa Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+12347192414

Visit website

The Lockview Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 4–9 pm

+13302525128

Visit website

Akron Family Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+13303760600

Visit website

A Walk In The Park Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+13305369255

Visit website

Scarsella's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13307880806

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

PowerCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

PowerCharge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Girard, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 4 am–10 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Girard, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ViaLynk Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

North Jackson, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

Ken Stewart's Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $100 or ab

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13308672555

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 167.1 and 188.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
167.1 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in

Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 209A-B Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
9
167.3 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 209A Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
6
185.4 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in | I 76 / Kenmore Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
7
187.3 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | I 76

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Akron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 East: Akron
6
188.6 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in | I 76; I 77

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.01 one way

$74.03 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $41.08 $82.16
premium $4.91 $46.09 $92.19
diesel $5.61 $52.66 $105.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.6 0 $25.04 $11.45
Efficient EV 59.6 0 $20.87 $9.54
EV Truck/SUV 95.4 1 $33.39 $15.26

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Celina, OH

Morning in Celina on Tuesday

Local time

6:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Youngstown, OH

Morning in Youngstown on Tuesday

Local time

6:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Mansfield, OH

119 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

3 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

4h 32m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

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...

14 mi from route ~35 min detour Free near mile 189.2
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-intensive experience on this route, with the vast majority of your miles spent on interstates. The drive progresses with 93% of the total distance on high-speed highways, offering a consistent pace for most of the journey. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 83.1 miles on US 30 before transitioning to interstates. This means you'll likely experience a steady, efficient drive with minimal slowdowns, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

93% 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: 83.1 mi on US 30.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 30 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 167.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 238.5 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 167.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 167.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.4 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Celina, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Upper Sandusky and Akron.

Upper Sandusky

46.3 mi in | ~51m

Akron

167.1 mi in | ~3h 7m

About the Cities

Starting in Celina, OH

Full guide →

Celina is a city in West Central Ohio, serving as the county seat of Mercer County. Nestled along the shores of Grand Lake St. Marys, Ohio's largest inland lake, Celina offers a blend of outdoor recreation, arts, entertainment, and modern amenities, making it a welcoming destination for travelers.

Arriving in Youngstown, OH

Full guide →

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.

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 4h 32m. Total distance: 238.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 83.1 miles on US 30. 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 167.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 167.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.4 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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