Youngstown, OH to Amanda, OH is 206.9 miles and takes about 4 hours via I-71 and I-76, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Ohio. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that’s well-suited for a single day of travel. You'll be spending most of your time on major interstates, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. Consider this route if you prioritize a quick and uncomplicated journey between these two locations.
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
103.5 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
100.7 mi
1h 49m
I 76
39.2 mi
44m
Kenmore Expressway
19.8 mi
24m
Southeast Expressway
8.8 mi
11m
Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
7.6 mi
9m
Lancaster Bypass
7.2 mi
7m
Cincinnati-Zanesville Road Southwest
5.8 mi
8m
I 80
4.6 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 100.7 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Amanda, OH.
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Start on Central Square
123 ft·9 sec·Central Square
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Continue on Central Square
340 ft·14 sec·Central Square
3
Turn straight onto Market Street
0.5 mi·50 sec·Market Street
4
Turn right onto West Woodland Avenue
230 ft·4 sec·West Woodland Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
6
Merge onto I 680
1.5 mi·2 min·South Shore Expressway
7
Continue on I 680
4.6 mi·6 min·Wickliffe Expressway
8
Merge onto I 80
4.6 mi·5 min·I 80
9
Continue on I 76
39 mi·44 min·I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
20 mi·24 min·Kenmore Expressway
Toward I 76 West: BarbertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.2 mi·2 min
Exit 1AToward I 71 South: ColumbusUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 71
101 mi·1 hr 49 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 107Toward I 70 East: WheelingUse the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 70
3.0 mi·4 min·East Freeway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 105AToward US 33 East: LancasterUse the slight right lane.
16
Continue on US 33
0.3 mi·29 sec·College Avenue
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 33
8.8 mi·11 min·Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 33
7.6 mi·9 min·Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on US 33
7.2 mi·7 min·Lancaster Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 153Toward US 22: Lancaster, Circleville, Fairfield County FairgroundsUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto US 22
0.9 mi·1 min·Cincinnati-Zanesville Road Southwest
22
Enter roundabout onto US 22
135 ft·2 sec·Cincinnati-Zanesville Road Southwest
23
Continue on US 22
509 ft·8 sec·Cincinnati-Zanesville Road Southwest
24
Enter roundabout onto US 22
95 ft·1 sec·Cincinnati-Zanesville Road Southwest
25
Continue on US 22
4.7 mi·7 min·Cincinnati-Zanesville Road Southwest
26
Turn left onto Amanda-Northern Road
0.1 mi·15 sec·Amanda-Northern Road
27
Continue on West Main Street
0.4 mi·1 min·West Main Street
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Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, starting your drive in the morning from Youngstown will allow you to reach Amanda comfortably within the same day. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to pace yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 100.7 miles on I-71, as services can be spaced out on interstates. The fuel cost estimate of $32 suggests planning for this expense is a good idea. Since it's a relatively short drive, you can afford to leave a little later if needed, but an early start maximizes your time upon arrival.
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 103.5 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.7 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 46 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.5 miles or 2h 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 Amanda, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Youngstown, 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 Youngstown, OH
This is one driving day of about 206.9 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Youngstown, 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 100.7 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 50.6 and 200.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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50.6 mi into trip|~59m in|I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 West: Barberton
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70.4 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
7
172.4 mi into trip|~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 107
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
7
176.1 mi into trip|~3h 21m in
Take the exit toward US 33 East: Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 105A
Toward US 33 East: Lancaster
8
200.4 mi into trip|~3h 50m in
Take the exit toward US 22: Lancaster, Circleville, Fairfield County Fairgrounds
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 153
Toward US 22: Lancaster, Circleville, Fairfield...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.11 one way
$64.22 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$35.64
$71.27
premium
$4.91
$39.99
$79.97
diesel
$5.61
$45.68
$91.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.1
0
$21.72
$9.93
Efficient EV
51.7
0
$18.10
$8.28
EV Truck/SUV
82.8
1
$28.97
$13.24
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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 16, 2026
Origin
Youngstown, OH
Late night
in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 to 15 mph80% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Amanda, OH
Late night
in Amanda on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
103 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
33 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
4h 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...
Nearly 2000 years ago, Native Americans built dozens of monumental mounds and earthen enclosures in southern Ohio. These earthwork complexes were ceremonial landscapes used for feasts, funerals, ritua...
29 mi from route
~73 min detour
Free
near mile 206.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I-71 and I-76. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one segment of 100.7 miles entirely on I-71. The route profile suggests a primarily interstate experience, meaning you can expect relatively fast travel with limited turns or slower local roads. The Kenmore Expressway also forms part of the path, offering another significant highway segment.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.7 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 50.6 miles in near I 76 / Kenmore Expressway.
Driving Effort9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 206.9 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 50.6 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 172.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 206.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 100.7 miles on I 71. 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 Amanda, 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 50.6 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 172.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Hopewell Culture National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Amanda, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
