Connecting Enon to Youngstown, this 224.8-mile journey across the Ohio Midwest takes approximately 4 hours and 13 minutes of pure drive time. Since the route is almost entirely highway-focused, it serves as an efficient one-day trip rather than requiring an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $34 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for those looking to traverse the state. By utilizing a combination of I-70, I-71, and I-76, you stay on major thoroughfares throughout the duration of the trip. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the straightforward nature of this drive allows for a predictable schedule.
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
112.4 miles from Enon, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
99.5 mi
1h 47m
I 76
57.6 mi
1h 6m
I 70
47.7 mi
51m
I 680
5.9 mi
8m
I 670
4.3 mi
5m
I 80
4 mi
4m
Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
2m
Market Street
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 99.5 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enon, OH and Youngstown, OH.
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Start on South Xenia Drive
0.2 mi·20 sec·South Xenia Drive
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Continue on Enon Road
0.5 mi·51 sec·Enon Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
4
Merge onto I 70
48 mi·51 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi·5 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 71
100 mi·1 hr 47 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 209A-BToward I 76, US 224: Lodi, AkronUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 209AToward I 76, US 224 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi·20 min·I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi·2 min·Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi·1 min·I 76
Toward I 76 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
39 mi·43 min·I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi·4 min·I 80
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi·8 min·I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·39 sec
19
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Market Street
20
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft·2 sec·Central Square
21
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Because this is a single-day trip, your best bet is to plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset. Given the four-hour duration, departing early in the morning helps you avoid the heaviest traffic patterns typically found on these high-traffic interstates. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 99.5-mile stretch on I-71 to ensure you don't run low before reaching your next service exit. Since the drive is highly predictable, you have the flexibility to choose your departure time based on your personal comfort level. Use that one scheduled stop strategically to maximize your energy for the final approach into Youngstown.
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 112.4 miles from Enon, OH, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.5 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 49 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.4 miles or 2h 3m 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 25m
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 Enon, 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 Enon, OH
This is one driving day of about 224.8 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Enon, 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 71 for about 99.5 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 48.7 and 153.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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48.7 mi into trip|~53m in|I 670
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 670 East: Airport
8
53 mi into trip|~58m in|North Innerbelt
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
7
53.6 mi into trip|~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
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153.4 mi into trip|~2h 48m 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
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153.7 mi into trip|~2h 48m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.89 one way
$69.78 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg79 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$38.72
$77.44
premium
$4.91
$43.45
$86.89
diesel
$5.61
$49.63
$99.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.4
0
$23.60
$10.79
Efficient EV
56.2
0
$19.67
$8.99
EV Truck/SUV
89.9
1
$31.47
$14.39
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Enon, OH
Late night
in Enon on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Late night
in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Sunny
NW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:45AM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:45AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
68°F
Mansfield, OH
112 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
17 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
4h 13m 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.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
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
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 178.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With a 98% highway share, you should prepare for a consistent interstate experience rather than winding local roads. The personality of this drive is defined by high-speed efficiency, as you spend the vast majority of your time on major transit corridors. You will tackle a significant 99.5-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-71, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you transition between I-70, I-71, and I-76, the pace remains steady and fast-moving. It is a functional, no-nonsense trek that prioritizes speed and directness over technical driving maneuvers.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 99.5 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48.7 miles in near I 670.
Driving Effort9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 224.8 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 48.7 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,384 ft823 ft
Total Climb
1,305 ft
Total Descent
1,346 ft
Highest Point
1,384 ft
~112.4 mi in
Elevation Range
561 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Enon, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Akron.
Cleveland
53 mi in|~58m|via North Innerbelt
Akron
153.4 mi in|~2h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 13m. Total distance: 224.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 99.5 miles on I 71. 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 48.7 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Youngstown, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
