Youngstown, OH to Clarksfield, OH is 107.5 miles and takes about 2h 12m via Ohio Turnpike and I 80, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip entirely within the Midwest region of Ohio. Given its relatively short duration and predominantly highway profile, it’s an easy one-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on the toll road, so factor that into your planning. It's a practical choice if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.7 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
66.1 mi
1h 10m
Route 20/State Route 301
7 mi
8m
I 80
5 mi
6m
Wickliffe Expressway
4.6 mi
6m
River Street
4.4 mi
7m
Oberlin Elyria Road
3.7 mi
5m
Kipton East Road
2.9 mi
3m
Lorain Road
2.7 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 66.1 mi, about 1h 10m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,021 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,348
Quietest
2 AM
~238 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 49 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 Clarksfield, OH.
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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
4.1 mi·4 min·I 80
9
Take the exit onto I 80
0.5 mi·1 min·I 80
Toward I 80 West, I 76 EastUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
0.4 mi·1 min·I 80
Toward I 80 West: Cleveland
11
Merge onto I 80
31 mi·33 min·Ohio Turnpike
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
35 mi·37 min·Ohio Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 152Toward Lorain RoadUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Lorain Road West
15
Turn straight onto Lorain Road
2.7 mi·6 min·Lorain Road
16
Continue on Butternut Ridge Road
0.1 mi·13 sec·Butternut Ridge Road
17
Turn right onto State Route 83 Alternate
0.3 mi·34 sec·State Route 83 Alternate
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward SR 10 West: Norwalk
19
Merge onto SR 10
2.5 mi·2 min·State Route 10
20
Continue on US 20; SR 301
7.0 mi·8 min·Route 20/State Route 301
21
Continue on US 20
3.7 mi·5 min·Oberlin Elyria Road
22
Continue on US 20
2.9 mi·3 min·Kipton East Road
23
Turn straight onto US 20
2.0 mi·2 min·Oberlin-Norwalk Road
24
Continue on US 20
2.7 mi·3 min·Route 20
25
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi·58 sec·East Main Street
26
Turn left onto SR 60
4.4 mi·7 min·River Street
27
Continue on Zenobia Road
354 ft·11 sec·Zenobia Road
28
Arrive at destination
Zenobia Road
Trip Plan
For this 2h 12m drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. Since the route is under 110 miles, you have plenty of flexibility for departure time. The longest continuous stretch is 66.1 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, so plan for a break before or after that segment if needed. Your estimated fuel cost is around $17, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially on the turnpike where services can be spaced out. Given the short distance, you won't need to split this drive, but consider stopping for a quick stretch at one of the turnpike service plazas.
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 53.7 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.1 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 24 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.7 miles or 1h 1m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksfield, 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 107.5 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Youngstown, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 66.1 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.9 and 81.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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10.9 mi into trip|~14m in|I 80
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80 West, I 76 East
5
11.4 mi into trip|~15m in|I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 West: Cleveland
7
78 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward Lorain Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 152
Toward Lorain Road
6
78.3 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Lorain Road West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Lorain Road West
6
81.5 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the ramp toward SR 10 West: Norwalk
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward SR 10 West: Norwalk
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.52 one way
$33.04 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$18.63
$37.26
premium
$4.99
$21.11
$42.21
diesel
$4.80
$20.30
$40.60
Estimated Tolls: $3.30
Ohio Turnpike
(66.1 mi)$3.30
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
$17
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.3
0
$11.29
$5.16
Efficient EV
26.9
0
$9.41
$4.30
EV Truck/SUV
43
0
$15.05
$6.88
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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 Jul 15, 2026
Origin
Youngstown, OH
Late night
in Youngstown on Monday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
96°F
Mostly Sunny then Patchy Smoke
W 3 to 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 1:20PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 1:06PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Clarksfield, OH
Late night
in Clarksfield on Monday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
W 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 1:20PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 1:06PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
84°F
Macedonia, OH
54 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
2 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
2h 12m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway driving, with 83% of the 107.5 miles on major roads like the Ohio Turnpike and I 80. You'll encounter a long stretch of 66.1 miles on the Ohio Turnpike before transitioning to a mix of Route 20/State Route 301. Expect a consistent cruising experience for the majority of the trip, with relatively few exits compared to more urban corridors. The shift from highway to surface roads will be noticeable as you approach your destination.
83% 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: 66.1 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Route 20/State Route 301. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in near I 80.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 107.5 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 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 78 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,193 ft757 ft
Total Climb
786 ft
Total Descent
776 ft
Highest Point
1,193 ft
~61.4 mi in
Elevation Range
436 ft
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 Youngstown, OH to Clarksfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lorain Road West along the way.
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 2h 12m. Total distance: 107.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.1 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.30 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 Clarksfield, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 78 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clarksfield, OH before heading back.
