Origin
Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH
Morning in Vermilion-on-the-Lake on Tuesday
Local time
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vermilion-on-the-Lake, 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
1h 58m
Distance
100.2 mi
161 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
This 100.2-mile drive from Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH to Youngstown, OH is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in under two hours, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. The journey is primarily highway-focused, with 92% of the route utilizing major interstates like the Ohio Turnpike, I-680, and I-80. Budget approximately $16 for fuel, a reasonable cost for this relatively short distance. Given its efficiency, this route is perfect for those looking to get from point A to point B without significant detours, fitting comfortably within the Midwest region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.1 miles from Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 72.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| I 80 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| OH-2 | 4 mi | 4m |
| SR 2 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Liberty Avenue | 2 mi | 2m |
| Baumhart Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Freeway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 72.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Commings Road
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Commings Road
2
Turn left onto Berkley Road
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Berkley Road
3
Turn right onto Overlook Road
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Overlook Road
4
Turn left onto US 6
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Avenue
5
Continue on US 6
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
West Erie Avenue
6
Turn sharp right onto Baumhart Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Baumhart Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
8
Merge onto SR 2
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 2
9
Continue on SR 2
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
OH-2
10
Continue on I 90; SR 2
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 145
Toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 57
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
15
Merge onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
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.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
22
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
23
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
24
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just under two hours, this route offers great flexibility for departure times. You can easily make this a day trip, so consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. The longest stretch is over 72 miles, so plan for a fuel stop before you depart or be aware of available services along the Ohio Turnpike. Given the minimal stops recommended (0), your focus will be on efficient travel, making it easy to budget your time and fuel costs, estimated at $16.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.1 miles from Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.6 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 22 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.1 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
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 Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH
This is one driving day of about 100.2 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 72.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.1 miles from Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.6 miles.
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 195 decision points cluster between mile 13.1 and 88.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
13.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
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 145
Toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
6
13.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
20.7 mi into trip
|
~28m 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.
7
87.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m 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
6
88.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.55 one way
$31.10 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $17.26 | $34.52 |
| premium | $4.91 | $19.37 | $38.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.12 | $44.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.63
Ohio Turnpike
(72.6 mi)
$3.63
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
$16
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.52 | $4.81 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.77 | $4.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.03 | $6.41 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 to 15 mph
80% chance
Live forecast
67°F
Macedonia, OH
50 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
17 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
1h 58m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 100.2-mile journey, with 92% of the drive on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 72.6 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. This route is characterized by its directness, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenery. While primarily interstate, the transition onto I-680 and I-80 will maintain a high-speed driving environment for most of the 1 hour and 58-minute duration.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.6 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 680. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 100.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Elyria and Cr 18: Youngstown.
Elyria
13.1 mi in
|
~18m
Cr 18: Youngstown
88.7 mi in
|
~1h 42m
|
via I 80
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 1h 58m. Total distance: 100.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m 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 72.6 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.63 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.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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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