If you are planning a trip from Youngstown to East Union, expect a straightforward journey covering 144.9 miles across Ohio. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 2 hours and 55 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $22 for fuel to cover the distance, which keeps the trip cost-effective for a quick getaway. Because the route stays entirely within the Midwest, the transition between these two points feels consistent and familiar. You will navigate primarily via I-77, Atlantic Boulevard Northeast, and SR 225, ensuring a direct path. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this efficient route allows for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
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
72.5 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
78.5 mi
1h 24m
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
15.1 mi
19m
SR 225
11.7 mi
16m
I 76
11 mi
11m
Woodsfield Road
8 mi
11m
I 80
4.6 mi
5m
Wickliffe Expressway
4.6 mi
6m
US 224
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 78.5 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and East Union, 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
4.6 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
56 mi·59 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 25Toward SR 78: Caldwell, WoodsfieldUse the slight right lane.
32
Turn left onto SR 78
0.6 mi·55 sec·McConnelsville Road
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Continue on SR 78
8.0 mi·11 min·Woodsfield Road
34
Turn left onto Doshie Road
210 ft·9 sec·Doshie Road
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Arrive at destination
Doshie Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of scheduling your departure to avoid peak local traffic. With only one planned stop required for a 144.9-mile journey, you can easily reach East Union without feeling rushed or fatigued. To optimize your time behind the wheel, try to handle your primary refueling early in the trip, keeping the $22 budget in mind as you monitor your gauge. Consider leaving Youngstown in the mid-morning to ensure you arrive in East Union before the evening commute picks up. Pay close attention to the transition points between I-77 and the secondary state roads, as navigating these exits correctly is the key to keeping your travel time under the three-hour mark.
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 72.5 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.5 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 32 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.5 miles or 1h 33m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Union, 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 144.9 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 78.5 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 52.9 and 135.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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135.9 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward SR 78: Caldwell, Woodsfield
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 25
Toward SR 78: Caldwell, Woodsfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.49 one way
$44.98 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$24.96
$49.92
premium
$4.91
$28.00
$56.01
diesel
$5.61
$31.99
$63.98
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.5
0
$15.21
$6.96
Efficient EV
36.2
0
$12.68
$5.80
EV Truck/SUV
58
0
$20.29
$9.27
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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 18, 2026
Origin
Youngstown, OH
Morning
in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
8:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
East Union, OH
Morning
in East Union on Sunday
Local time
8:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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 55m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 79% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a significant stretch of interstate travel, as your longest uninterrupted segment covers 78.5 miles on I-77. While the interstate portion allows you to maintain a steady pace, the drive shifts character once you transition onto Atlantic Boulevard Northeast and SR 225. Expect a mix of fast-moving highway lanes and local road segments that demand more attention as you navigate toward your destination. By the time you reach the final leg, the environment becomes less industrial and more localized, offering a distinct contrast to the earlier, high-speed interstate miles.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.5 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. 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 21 significant decision points across 144.9 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 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
1,161 ft747 ft
Total Climb
485 ft
Total Descent
569 ft
Highest Point
1,161 ft
~62.1 mi in
Elevation Range
414 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 East Union, OH, road signs point toward 30Th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast, Akron and Woodsfield.
30Th Street Northeast
52.9 mi in|~1h 9m
Martindale Road Northeast
52.9 mi in|~1h 9m
Akron
56.5 mi in|~1h 15m
Woodsfield
135.9 mi in|~2h 41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 144.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.5 miles on I 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 East Union, 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 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Union, OH before heading back.
