Origin
Woodville, OH
Afternoon in Woodville on Sunday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodville, OH to Youngstown, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
155.6 mi
250 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
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6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodville, OH
Denniz Futalan
Trip Overview
Woodville, OH to Youngstown, OH is 155.6 miles and takes about 2h 54m via Ohio Turnpike and I-80, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest to Midwest journey is a straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it an efficient option for getting between these two Ohio cities. Given its relatively short duration and highway focus, it's an ideal choice for a single-day trip. You'll spend the majority of your time on the Ohio Turnpike, which is a well-maintained toll road designed for consistent travel speeds. Plan for a budget of around $24 for fuel, plus any tolls you might encounter.
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
77.8 miles from Woodville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 136.2 mi | 2h 25m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| I 80 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| SR 51 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Market Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Central Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 136.2 mi, about 2h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodville, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on US 20; SR 105
3.9 mi
·
5 min
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West Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 51
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 51
3
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
5
Merge onto I 80; I 90
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
13
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
14
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
15
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Since this 155.6-mile trip takes under 3 hours, it's easily manageable in a single day, giving you flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive with plenty of daylight remaining. Given the longest stretch is over 136 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, you might want to plan a brief stop for gas or a stretch before or after that segment. While the drive is short, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially as you approach Youngstown. A good tip for this route: familiarize yourself with Ohio Turnpike toll options beforehand to streamline your passage.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.8 miles from Woodville, OH, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.2 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.8 miles or 1h 26m 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 20m
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 Woodville, 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 Woodville, OH
This is one driving day of about 155.6 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Woodville, 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 136.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.8 miles from Woodville, 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 136.2 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 76.1 and 148.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
76.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m 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
143.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m 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
144.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m 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...
5
144.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m 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
5
148.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m 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
$24.15 one way
$48.30 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $26.80 | $53.60 |
| premium | $4.91 | $30.07 | $60.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.35 | $68.71 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.80
Ohio Turnpike
(136.2 mi)
$6.80
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
$24
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.34 | $7.47 |
| Efficient EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.78 | $9.96 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Afternoon in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Macedonia, OH
78 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
10 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
2h 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey on major interstates. You'll primarily be on the Ohio Turnpike and then I-680 and I-80, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 136.2 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a consistent driving experience for a significant portion of the trip. Expect smooth pavement and generally higher speeds, allowing you to cover ground quickly without many complex maneuvers. It's a route built for covering distance, rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
96% 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: 136.2 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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 76.1 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 155.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 76.1 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.2 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 144.1 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Woodville, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 18: Youngstown along the way.
Cr 18: Youngstown
144.1 mi in
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~2h 38m
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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 2h 54m. Total distance: 155.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.2 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.80 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, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 76.1 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.2 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 144.1 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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