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Trip from Silverton, OH to Youngstown, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 15m
Distance
271.7 mi
437 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 2m
★
6 AM
5h 15m
8 AM
5h 42m
10 AM
5h 25m
12 PM
5h 22m
3 PM
5h 26m
5 PM
5h 41m
8 PM
5h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Silverton, OH
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Youngstown, OH
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Trip Overview
Silverton to Youngstown is 271.7 miles and takes about 5h 15m via I 71 and I 76, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. With 97% of the drive on highways, expect a fairly direct path. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, making it a convenient option for moving between locations or for a straightforward journey.
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
135.9 miles from Silverton, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 170.6 mi | 3h 6m |
| I 76 | 57.6 mi | 1h 6m |
| Northeast Expressway | 19.6 mi | 22m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| SR 350 | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| I 80 | 4 mi | 4m |
| Middleboro Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 170.6 mi, about 3h 6m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 158 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,087 veh/hr typical · worst 2,731
Quietest
2 AM
~225 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 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 Silverton, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Plainfield Road
199 ft
·
9 sec
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Plainfield Road
2
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
1.6 mi
·
4 min
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Montgomery Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 71
20 mi
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22 min
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Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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38 sec
Exit 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto SR 123
515 ft
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12 sec
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SR 123
7
Turn left onto SR 350
4.3 mi
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8 min
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SR 350
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto C-45
1.9 mi
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4 min
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Middleboro Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto SR 350 Truck; C-7
336 ft
·
10 sec
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Wilmington Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
11
Merge onto I 71
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
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I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi
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45 sec
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I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 70; I 71
1.3 mi
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1 min
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South Innerbelt
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
1.0 mi
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1 min
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I 71
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
100 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
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I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi
·
20 min
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I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76
Toward I 76 East: Akron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
39 mi
·
43 min
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I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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I 80
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
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I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
25
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
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Market Street
26
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
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2 sec
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Central Square
27
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
For this 5h 15m drive, consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. The longest continuous stretch without a major change in road is 170.6 miles on I 71, so plan your first fuel stop before or shortly after this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $52, it's a relatively affordable trip. Since this is a single-day route, you have flexibility in timing your stops for breaks or meals.
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 135.9 miles from Silverton, OH, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 170.6 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 60 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.9 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 18m
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 Silverton, 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 Silverton, OH
This is one driving day of about 271.7 miles and 5h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Silverton, 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 170.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.9 miles from Silverton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 170.6 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.
Lee M. Rizor Memorial Highway Rest Area
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Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
TA
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Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Lee M. Rizor Memorial Highway Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Dupre Roadside Park
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
Warren Interstate 71 Northbound Rest Area
0.5 mi from route
TA
0.6 mi from route
Warren Interstate 71 Southbound Rest Area
0.6 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.7 mi from route
Mr. Fuel Travel Center
1.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
1.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 21.5 and 200.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
21.5 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
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 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
7
97.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
8
99 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
200.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m 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
9
200.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m 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
$41.75 one way
$83.50 round trip
$3.90/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $47.09 | $94.18 |
| premium | $4.99 | $53.35 | $106.69 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $51.30 | $102.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.5 | 1 | $28.53 | $13.04 |
| Efficient EV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.77 | $10.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.7 | 1 | $38.04 | $17.39 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Origin
Silverton, OH
Late night in Silverton on Monday
Local time
2:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
SW 5 mph
26% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 9:22PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:19PM EDT until July 18 at 12:15AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Late night in Youngstown on Monday
Local time
2:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Smoke
S 1 to 5 mph
60% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 9:22PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:19PM EDT until July 18 at 12:15AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 15m 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.
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 46.9
View on nps.gov
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
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 224.9
View on nps.gov
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...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 37.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily highway cruising, with 97% of the 271.7 miles on major interstates like I 71 and I 76. You'll experience a long stretch of 170.6 miles on I 71 before transitioning. Expect dense exits and merging traffic as you navigate these main arteries, especially as you approach urban areas.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 170.6 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 21.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 24 significant decision points across 271.7 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.3 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,207 ft
719 ft
Total Climb
989 ft
Total Descent
984 ft
Highest Point
1,207 ft
~155.3 mi in
Elevation Range
488 ft
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.
Between Silverton, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Lebanon, Wheeling and Akron.
Lebanon
21.5 mi in
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~27m
Wheeling
97.3 mi in
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~1h 57m
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via I 71
Akron
200.4 mi in
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~3h 50m
About the Cities
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
- • Youngstown station — former train station in Youngstown, Ohio, US
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 5h 15m. Total distance: 271.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 15m 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 170.6 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 37 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.
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. There are 37 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.3 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Youngstown, OH before the return drive.
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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