Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
72.8 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berea, OH
Andressa Chagas
Youngstown to Berea is 72.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 25 minutes via Ohio Turnpike/I-80, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive across Ohio's Midwest region. You'll primarily stick to major interstates, making it a quick and efficient trip. Given the short duration and minimal stops, this route is ideal for a same-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination without significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 59.2 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 80 | 5 mi | 6m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Shore Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Prospect Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Sprague Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Berea, OH.
Start on Central Square
Continue on Central Square
Turn straight onto Market Street
Turn right onto West Woodland Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 680
Continue on I 680
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
Merge onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Turn sharp right
Turn left
Turn left
At end of road, turn right onto West Sprague Road
Turn left onto SR 237
Turn right onto West Bridge Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.9 and 71.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto I 80 toward I 80 West, I 76 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
At end of road, turn right onto West Sprague Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Regular Gas
$11.30 one way
$22.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
| premium | $4.91 | $14.07 | $28.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.07 | $32.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.96
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$3
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.19 | $4.66 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
3:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Berea on Sunday
Local time
3:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
68°F
Windham, OH
36 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 97% of the journey on major roads like the Ohio Turnpike and I-80. Expect a consistent, fast-paced experience for most of the 72.8 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 59.2 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a good opportunity to maintain a steady speed. The route is characterized by its efficiency, designed for covering distance quickly rather than for scenic exploration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 80. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in near I 80.
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 72.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 10.9 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.4 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 42.9 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 72.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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