Origin
Mantua, OH
Morning in Mantua on Sunday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mantua, 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
2h 36m
Distance
123.8 mi
199 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mantua, OH
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Trip Overview
This 123.8-mile drive from Mantua, OH to Youngstown, OH is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in 2 hours and 36 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical option for a day trip within the Midwest region. The route is primarily focused on highway travel, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. Given its manageable length and duration, this journey is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a consistent travel pace.
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
61.9 miles from Mantua, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
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 |
| Bloomfield Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| I 80 | 4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 55.9 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mantua, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Mantua Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mantua Road
2
Turn straight onto SR 662
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Boden Road
3
Turn left onto SR 209
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Bloomfield Road
4
Continue on SR 209
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Steubenville Avenue
5
Turn right onto SR 209
492 ft
·
17 sec
·
North 5th Street
6
Turn left onto US 22; US 40; SR 209
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wheeling Avenue
7
Turn slight left onto US 22
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
8
Continue on US 22
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cadiz Road
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
10
Merge onto I 77
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 30
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
14
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft
·
5 sec
15
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Avenue Southeast
16
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue Northeast
17
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Avenue North
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
19
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
20
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
21
Continue on US 62
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
22
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Union Avenue Northeast
23
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 224; SR 225
24
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
25
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
26
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 225
27
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
28
Merge onto I 76
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 76
29
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
32
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
33
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
34
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Plan to depart when you're ready, as this relatively short 2.5-hour drive offers flexibility. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $19, you won't need extensive planning for amenities. The longest stretch without a major change is 55.9 miles on I 77, so ensure you're comfortable before embarking on that segment. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic, especially as you approach your destination in Youngstown. The predominantly highway nature means you can cover ground quickly, so focus on arriving refreshed.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.9 miles from Mantua, OH, or about 1h 14m 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 27 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.9 miles or 1h 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 2h 9m
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 Mantua, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Mantua, OH
This is one driving day of about 123.8 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Mantua, 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 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.9 miles from Mantua, 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 225 decision points cluster between mile 10.6 and 117 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
67.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m 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
67.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
95.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 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
117 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m 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
$19.21 one way
$38.43 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $21.32 | $42.65 |
| premium | $4.91 | $23.93 | $47.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.33 | $54.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.1 | 0 | $13.00 | $5.94 |
| Efficient EV | 31 | 0 | $10.83 | $4.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Greensburg, OH
62 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 36m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 69% of the journey utilizing major interstate routes. You'll encounter stretches where you can maintain a consistent speed, including a notable segment of 55.9 miles on I 77. The character of the road is consistent for much of the trip, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenery. While the majority is interstate, there are transitions onto other main roads like Atlantic Boulevard Northeast and I 76, offering slight shifts in the driving experience as you progress toward Youngstown.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 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 10.6 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 22 significant decision points across 123.8 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 10.6 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.4 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 Mantua, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
67.2 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 123.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). 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. 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 10.6 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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