Youngstown to Chauncey is 187.1 miles and takes about 4 hours via I-77 and I-70, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region's general feel into a more localized Midwest setting. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on interstate highways, making it a practical choice for a single-day drive. Given the relatively short duration, you'll likely spend most of your time cruising rather than navigating complex city centers.
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
93.6 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
59.3 mi
1h 3m
I 70
24.2 mi
26m
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
15.1 mi
19m
Roseville Road
13.8 mi
20m
Jefferson Street
12.6 mi
18m
SR 225
11.7 mi
16m
I 76
11 mi
11m
South Main Street
6.1 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 59.3 mi, about 1h 3m
Traffic on I-77
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,223 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,448
Quietest
1 AM
~74 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Youngstown, OH and Chauncey, OH.
1
Start on Central Square
123 ft·9 sec·Central Square
2
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
11 mi·11 min·I 76
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward SR 225: Alliance
11
Turn left onto SR 225
5.6 mi·8 min·SR 225
12
Enter roundabout onto US 224; SR 225
208 ft·4 sec·US 224; SR 225
13
Continue on US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi·3 min·US 224; SR 225
14
Turn left onto SR 225
6.1 mi·8 min·SR 225
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
16
Continue on US 62T
14 mi·18 min·Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi·48 sec·Columbus Road Northeast
18
Continue on US 62
0.7 mi·1 min·Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward 30th Street Northeast, Martindale Road NortheastUse the slight right lane.
20
Continue on CR 208
0.1 mi·23 sec·30th Street Northeast
21
Turn left onto SR 43
1.2 mi·2 min·Market Avenue North
Use the left lane.
22
Turn slight left onto SR 43
1.2 mi·1 min·Walnut Avenue Northeast
23
Continue on SR 43
0.1 mi·11 sec·Walnut Avenue Southeast
24
Turn slight left onto SR 43
0.6 mi·51 sec·Cherry Avenue Southeast
25
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward US 30 West: Massillon
26
Merge onto US 30
261 ft·3 sec·US 30
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 77, US 62 East: Marietta, AkronUse the slight right lane.
28
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 77 South: MariettaUse the slight left lane.
29
Merge onto I 77
23 mi·24 min·I 77
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
37 mi·39 min·I 77
31
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 44BToward I 70 West: Columbus
32
Merge onto I 70
24 mi·26 min·I 70
33
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 155Toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
34
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Elm Street
35
Turn left onto North 7th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North 7th Street
36
Turn right onto US 22; SR 93
356 ft·11 sec·Marietta Street
37
Turn left onto US 22; SR 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Putnam Avenue
38
Turn slight right onto US 22; SR 93
1.9 mi·3 min·Maysville Avenue
39
Continue on US 22; SR 93
2.6 mi·4 min·Maysville Pike
40
Turn slight left
509 ft·18 sec
41
Continue on SR 93
14 mi·20 min·Roseville Road
42
Continue on SR 13
1.9 mi·2 min·SR 13
43
Turn left onto Town Hwy 312
1.5 mi·3 min·Town Hwy 312
44
Turn left onto SR 13
13 mi·18 min·Jefferson Street
45
Continue on SR 13; SR 78
0.4 mi·32 sec·North Main Street
46
Turn slight left onto SR 13; SR 78
0.7 mi·1 min·High Street
47
Continue on SR 13
1.1 mi·1 min·Lake Drive
48
Continue on SR 13
6.1 mi·9 min·South Main Street
49
Turn slight right onto SR 13
1.0 mi·1 min·SR 13
50
Turn right onto Mound Street
115 ft·5 sec·Mound Street
51
Arrive at destination
Mound Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, departing in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $29, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer stretches like the 59.3 miles on I-77. Since this trip is easily manageable in a single day, you can decide on your stop based on your comfort level, perhaps breaking it up around the halfway point. Plan to transition from I-70 onto local roads as you get closer to Chauncey.
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 93.6 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.3 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 41 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.6 miles or 1h 56m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chauncey, 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 187.1 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 77 for about 59.3 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 27
5 decision points cluster between mile 52.9 and 141.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
52.9 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward 30th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast
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 30th Street Northeast, Martindale Road N...
6
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|SR 43 / Market Avenue North
Turn left onto SR 43 / Market Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
56.5 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 77, US 62 East: Marietta, 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.
Toward I 77, US 62 East: Marietta, Akron
7
56.7 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 77 South: Marietta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 77 South: Marietta
6
141.7 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 155
Toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.38 one way
$64.76 round trip
$4.40/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.85
$35.70
$71.39
premium
$5.43
$39.97
$79.94
diesel
$5.35
$39.41
$78.82
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: 65.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.1
0
$19.65
$8.98
Efficient EV
46.8
0
$16.37
$7.48
EV Truck/SUV
74.8
0
$26.19
$11.97
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of May 25, 2026
Origin
Youngstown, OH
Evening
in Youngstown on Wednesday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Areas Of Fog
W 2 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued May 25 at 2:15AM EDT until May 25 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued May 25 at 2:11AM EDT until May 25 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Chauncey, OH
Evening
in Chauncey on Wednesday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Patchy Fog
0 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued May 25 at 2:15AM EDT until May 25 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued May 25 at 2:11AM EDT until May 25 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
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
2 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
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for about 66% of this 187.1-mile drive. The longest continuous stretch on an interstate is 59.3 miles on I-77. Expect to transition from limited-access highways to surface roads like Atlantic Boulevard Northeast as you approach your destination. The high percentage of highway driving suggests a consistent cruising speed with frequent exits and entrances.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
51 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.3 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 52.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 27 significant decision points across 187.1 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 52.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.2 miles (SR 43 / Market Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 56.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,130 ft655 ft
Total Climb
335 ft
Total Descent
537 ft
Highest Point
1,130 ft
~40.1 mi in
Elevation Range
475 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Youngstown, OH and Chauncey, OH, road signs point toward 30Th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast and Akron.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 187.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.3 miles on I 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 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 Chauncey, 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 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 52.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.2 miles (SR 43 / Market Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 56.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Chauncey, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
