Trip from Pioneer, OH to Youngstown, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 6m

Distance

222.4 mi

358 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 53m ★

6 AM

4h 6m

8 AM

4h 32m

10 AM

4h 15m

12 PM

4h 13m

3 PM

4h 17m

5 PM

4h 31m

8 PM

3h 58m

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

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Pioneer, OH

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Youngstown, OH

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Trip Overview

This 222.4-mile drive from Pioneer, Ohio, to Youngstown, Ohio, is a straightforward journey, estimated to take about 4 hours and 6 minutes. Primarily using the Ohio Turnpike, I-680, and I-80, this route is almost entirely highway, making it an efficient option for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated around $35, it's an economical choice for those looking to travel between these two Midwest locations. The experience is largely a highway-focused drive, so plan for steady progress rather than varied scenery. Given its manageable length, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing to break up the drive overnight.

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

111.2 miles from Pioneer, OH

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

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ohio Turnpike	204.5 mi	3h 39m
I 680	5.9 mi	8m
I 80	5.6 mi	7m
North State Street	4.7 mi	7m
Market Street	0.6 mi	<1m
East Baubice Street	<0.1 mi	<1m
Central Square	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 204.5 mi, about 3h 39m

Traffic on I-80

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~2,017 veh/hr typical · worst 2,376

Quietest

2 AM

~245 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

8.2×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 100 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on East Baubice Street

142 ft · 9 sec · East Baubice Street

Turn left onto SR 15

4.7 mi · 7 min · North State Street

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Merge onto I 80; I 90

128 mi · 2 hr 17 min · Ohio Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

9.2 mi · 9 min · Ohio Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

67 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Ohio Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 80

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 80

Exit 218 Toward I 80 East Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

0.3 mi · 32 sec · I 80

Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

4.5 mi · 5 min · I 80

Toward I 80 East: Youngstown

Keep slight right at fork onto I 680

5.9 mi · 8 min · I 680

Toward I 680: Youngstown

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 39 sec

Turn sharp left onto Market Street

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Market Street

Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square

124 ft · 2 sec · Central Square

Arrive at destination

Central Square

Trip Plan

With a duration of just over 4 hours, this route from Pioneer to Youngstown is easily achievable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and to avoid any potential afternoon traffic. The longest stretch without a major exit is over 200 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, so be sure to fuel up before you get too far into that segment. Given the highway-focused nature, stops can be strategically planned for rest breaks or meals without significantly impacting your travel time. You have the flexibility to stop as needed due to the manageable distance.

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 111.2 miles from Pioneer, OH, or about 2h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 204.5 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 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 111.2 miles or 2h 2m 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 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngstown, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pioneer, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Pioneer, OH

This is one driving day of about 222.4 miles and 4h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Pioneer, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 204.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lorain, OH

111 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

Blissfield, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lorain, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.2 miles from Pioneer, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 204.5 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 · final third

Yours Truly Hudson

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hudson, Ohio

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 53min to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13306562900

Visit website

Golden Dawn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Youngstown, Ohio

1.2 mi

Invention Restaurant - Milan, OH

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Milan, Ohio

2 mi

Best coffee break · around the midpoint

Milan Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Milan, Ohio

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 2h 3m in / 2h 3m to go 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+14197440940

Visit website

Briarfield Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Maumee, Ohio

2.4 mi

Yours Truly Hudson

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hudson, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13306562900

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

Invention Restaurant - Milan, OH

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Milan, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+14194990478

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

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

Davidson's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Canfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13307930033

Visit website

Donavito's Restaurant & Catering Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30

Struthers, Ohio

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13307553456

Visit website

Stancato's Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30

Parma, Ohio

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14408866242

Visit website

Milan Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Milan, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+14197440940

Visit website

Briarfield Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Maumee, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14198657260

Visit website

Reynolds Garden Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+14193819000

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Twinsburg, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Twinsburg, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

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

2.5 mi from route

Trapped Toledo

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 2–7:45 pm

+15673167028

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 142.9 and 215.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

142.9 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | I 80 / Ohio Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / Ohio Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

210 mi into trip | ~3h 48m in | I 80

Take the exit onto I 80 toward I 80 East

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 218 Toward I 80 East

210.9 mi into trip | ~3h 50m in | I 80

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning A...

211.2 mi into trip | ~3h 50m in | I 80

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 East: Youngstown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 80 East: Youngstown

215.6 mi into trip | ~3h 56m 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

$36.36 one way

$72.73 round trip

$4.15/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.66	$40.79	$81.59
premium	$5.23	$45.80	$91.60
diesel	$6.28	$54.95	$109.90

Estimated Tolls: $10.22

Ohio Turnpike (204.5 mi) $10.22

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Tolls

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	66.7	0	$23.35	$10.68
Efficient EV	55.6	0	$19.46	$8.90
EV Truck/SUV	89	1	$31.14	$14.23

Gas CO2

78 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 Oct 19, 2026

Origin

Pioneer, OH

Morning in Pioneer on Thursday

Local time

7:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Sunny

SW 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Youngstown, OH

Morning in Youngstown on Thursday

Local time

7:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Areas Of Frost then Sunny

0 mph 0% chance 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

1 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 6m 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

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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 168.7

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-focused drive for 97% of this 222.4-mile trip. The vast majority of your time will be spent on major interstates, including the Ohio Turnpike, I-680, and I-80. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 204.5 miles along the Ohio Turnpike, meaning you'll experience long periods of consistent driving. This profile suggests a route optimized for speed and direct travel, rather than one offering frequent changes in scenery or road type. You'll be navigating a familiar interstate environment for most of the journey.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 204.5 mi on Ohio Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 680. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 142.9 miles in near I 80 / Ohio Turnpike.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 222.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 142.9 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 210 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 210.9 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,178 ft 602 ft

Total Climb

715 ft

Total Descent

739 ft

Highest Point

1,178 ft

~190.6 mi in

Elevation Range

576 ft

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 Pioneer, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 18: Youngstown along the way.

Cr 18: Youngstown

210.9 mi in | ~3h 50m | via I 80

About the Cities

Starting in Pioneer, OH

Full guide →

Arriving in Youngstown, OH

Full guide →

Founded 1796

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.

Top landmarks

• Butler Institute of American Art — museum in Youngstown, Ohio
• Idora Park — amusement park in Youngstown, Ohio
• Arlington Avenue District — United States historic place

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 6m. Total distance: 222.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 204.5 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $10.22 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 27 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

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

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Pioneer, OH to Youngstown, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Traffic on I-80

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Yours Truly Hudson

Milan Coffee House

Yours Truly Hudson

Golden Dawn Restaurant

Invention Restaurant - Milan, OH

Knafa Restaurant

Scarsella's Restaurant

Davidson's Restaurant

Donavito's Restaurant & Catering Co.

Stancato's Italian Restaurant

Milan Coffee House

Briarfield Cafe

Reynolds Garden Cafe

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

PowerCharge Charging Station

PowerCharge Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Erie Islands Service Plaza

TA

Service Plaza

Middle Ridge Service Plaza

Vermilion Valley Service Plaza

Tiffin River

Indian Meadow

Commodore Perry Service Plaza

Blue Heron Service Area

Wyandot Service Area

Pilot Travel Center

TA

Pilot Travel Center

Brady's Leap Service Plaza

Portage Service Plaza

Towpath Service Plaza

Great Lakes Service Plaza

Pilot Travel Center

Petro Stopping Centers

Flying J Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Mr. Fuel Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Petro Stopping Centers

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Trapped Toledo

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pioneer, OH

Youngstown, OH

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 6m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Pioneer, OH

Arriving in Youngstown, OH

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?