Origin
Millersport, OH
Morning in Millersport on Tuesday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Millersport, OH to Youngstown, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 28m
Distance
175.1 mi
282 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
★
6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 53m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 52m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millersport, OH
Wijs (Wise)
Trip Overview
Millersport to Youngstown is 175 miles and takes about 3 hours 28 minutes via I-77 and I-70, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward trip primarily on major interstates, making it a practical choice for a quick connection between these two points. You'll find it's a mostly highway route, ideal if you prefer covering ground efficiently. Plan for a single-day trip with minimal fuss.
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
87.6 miles from Millersport, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 59.7 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 70 | 53.6 mi | 57m |
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 59.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millersport, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on this road
30 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
104 ft
·
13 sec
3
Turn left onto Terrace Street
180 ft
·
9 sec
·
Terrace Street
4
Turn right onto Lancaster Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Street
5
Continue on CR 58
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Millersport Road Northeast
6
At end of road, turn left onto SR 79
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Road Southeast
7
Turn right onto SR 37
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Road Southwest
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
9
Merge onto I 70
54 mi
·
57 min
·
I 70
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
11
Merge onto I 77
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 30
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
15
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Avenue Southeast
17
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue Northeast
18
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Avenue North
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
20
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
22
Continue on US 62
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
23
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Union Avenue Northeast
24
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 224; SR 225
25
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
26
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
27
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 225
28
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
29
Merge onto I 76
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 76
30
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
31
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
33
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
34
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
35
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 28-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to leave Millersport in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and avoid any potential rush hour traffic closer to Youngstown. The estimated fuel cost of $27 is a good baseline, but always check current prices. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of nearly 60 miles on I-77, you can plan your breaks strategically. Consider stopping for fuel or a quick meal around the halfway point or just before you transition off the main interstates.
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 87.6 miles from Millersport, OH, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.7 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 39 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.6 miles or 1h 39m 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 48m
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 Millersport, 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 Millersport, OH
This is one driving day of about 175.1 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Millersport, 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 59.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.6 miles from Millersport, 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 265 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 118.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Terrace Street
Turn left onto Terrace Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
SR 79 / Walnut Road Southeast
At end of road, turn left onto SR 79 / Walnut Road Southeast
Navigation decision point
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
5
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
6
118.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.17 one way
$54.35 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $30.16 | $60.32 |
| premium | $4.91 | $33.84 | $67.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.66 | $77.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.39 | $8.40 |
| Efficient EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.32 | $7.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70 | 0 | $24.51 | $11.21 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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 Tuesday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
3h 28m 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 route is predominantly highway, with 82% of the drive on interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 59.7 miles on I-77 before transitioning to other roads. Expect a fairly continuous interstate experience for most of the 175 miles. The frequent exits on I-77 suggest a consistent presence of services and potential for urban merging as you get closer to your destination.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.7 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Terrace Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 26 significant decision points across 175.1 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: near the start (Terrace Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (SR 79 / Walnut Road Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Millersport, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
118.5 mi in
|
~2h 13m
About the Cities
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 3h 28m. Total distance: 175.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.7 miles on I 77. 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: near the start (Terrace Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (SR 79 / Walnut Road Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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