This 199.1-mile journey from Pandora, OH to Youngstown, OH is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, with a 0% highway share, making it a more hands-on driving experience. Budget around $30 for fuel for this trip across the Midwest. With only one recommended stop and no particularly long stretches of uninterrupted driving, this route offers a flexible pace. It's a straightforward drive that keeps you connected to the local landscape throughout your journey.
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
99.9 miles from Pandora, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 59m into the drive
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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 680
5.9 mi
8m
I 80
4 mi
4m
Hillville Road
2.5 mi
4m
Pandora Road
2 mi
3m
Zurflugh Road
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 83.1 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pandora, OH and Youngstown, OH.
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Start on East Main Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·East Main Street
2
Turn right onto Basinger Road
0.1 mi·17 sec·Basinger Road
3
Continue on Crawfis College Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·Crawfis College Road
4
Continue on Basinger Road
441 ft·12 sec·Basinger Road
5
Continue on Basinger Street
351 ft·9 sec·Basinger Street
6
Continue on Road 5
1.3 mi·3 min·Road 5
7
Continue on TR 225
1.0 mi·1 min·Pandora Road
8
Turn left onto TR 225
1.0 mi·1 min·Pandora Road
9
Turn left onto CR 176
0.5 mi·52 sec·Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road
10
Turn right onto TR 255
2.0 mi·3 min·Zurflugh Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto CR 185
2.5 mi·4 min·Hillville Road
12
Turn right onto CR 239
2.0 mi·2 min·Bentley Road
13
Turn left onto CR 88
1.0 mi·1 min·East Lincoln Highway
14
Turn right onto CR 15 / TR 15
0.5 mi·52 sec·County Road 15 / Hancock Road
15
Turn left onto US 30
37 mi·39 min·US 30
16
Take the exit onto US 30
46 mi·51 min·US 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 176Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
18
Merge onto I 71
32 mi·34 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 209A-BToward I 76, US 224: Lodi, AkronUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 209AToward I 76, US 224 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi·20 min·I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi·2 min·Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
23
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.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
39 mi·43 min·I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi·4 min·I 80
26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi·8 min·I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi·39 sec
28
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Market Street
29
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft·2 sec·Central Square
30
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 3-hour and 15-minute duration for this 199.1-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility with departure times. Aim to leave in the morning to make the most of your day, and plan for your single recommended stop to break up the approximately 30 miles between turns. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, it's a budget-friendly trip. Pay close attention to your navigation, especially on the local roads which make up the entire route, to ensure you're not missing any turns. Enjoy the ease of a trip that doesn't require extensive planning for overnight stays.
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 99.9 miles from Pandora, OH, or about 1h 59m 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 44 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.9 miles or 1h 59m 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 12m
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 Pandora, 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 Pandora, OH
This is one driving day of about 199.8 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Pandora, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 128.5 and 149.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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128.5 mi into trip|~2h 30m 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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128.7 mi into trip|~2h 30m 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
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146.8 mi into trip|~2h 52m 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
148.7 mi into trip|~2h 54m 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
149.9 mi into trip|~2h 56m 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
$31.01 one way
$62.02 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$34.41
$68.83
premium
$4.91
$38.61
$77.23
diesel
$5.61
$44.11
$88.23
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.9
0
$20.98
$9.59
Efficient EV
50
0
$17.48
$7.99
EV Truck/SUV
79.9
0
$27.97
$12.79
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Pandora, OH
Afternoon
in Pandora on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Afternoon
in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
4 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
3h 54m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 151.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 199.1-mile trip, as indicated by the 0% highway share. You'll be working with roads like Basinger Road, Crawfis College Road, and Basinger Street, which means frequent adjustments and a close connection to the local terrain. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch noted and the profile is 'turn-heavy,' be prepared for a dynamic driving experience rather than a monotonous cruise. This route will likely feel like a series of connected local roads, offering a constant sense of movement and engagement.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 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 128.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 22 significant decision points across 199.8 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 128.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 146.8 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.
On the drive from Pandora, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Akron along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 54m. Total distance: 199.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). 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 128.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 146.8 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 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Youngstown, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
