Origin
Youngstown, OH
Night in Youngstown on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Youngstown, OH to Hamilton, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 14m
Distance
273.7 mi
440 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 1m
★
6 AM
5h 14m
8 AM
5h 41m
10 AM
5h 24m
12 PM
5h 21m
3 PM
5h 25m
5 PM
5h 40m
8 PM
5h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, OH
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Trip Overview
This 273.7-mile journey from Youngstown, OH, to Hamilton, OH, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 14 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a highway-focused drive through the heart of the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $42, this route is efficient and straightforward. It's a practical option for a quick trip, allowing you to cover significant ground without needing an overnight stop.
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
136.8 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 183.5 mi | 3h 20m |
| I 76 | 39.2 mi | 44m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Butler County Veterans Highway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| I 80 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Kings Mills Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Mason Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 183.5 mi, about 3h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Hamilton, 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
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: Barberton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 71
102 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
82 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 25
Toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 741
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Kings Mills Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn sharp left onto US 42
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 42
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on US 42
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 42
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Main Street
19
Turn right onto Mason Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Mason Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Enter roundabout onto Mason Road
177 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mason Road
21
Continue on Mason Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mason Road
Use the left lane.
22
Enter roundabout onto Mason Road
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mason Road
23
Continue on Mason Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mason Road
24
Continue on Liberty Way
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Way
25
Turn right onto Cox Lane
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cox Lane
Use the right lane.
26
Enter roundabout onto Veterans Boulevard
302 ft
·
6 sec
·
Veterans Boulevard
27
Continue on Veterans Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Veterans Boulevard
28
Continue on Butler County Veterans Highway
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Butler County Veterans Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on SR 129
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
High Street
Use the straight lane.
30
Continue on SR 129; SR 177
228 ft
·
15 sec
·
High Street
Use the left lane.
31
Arrive at destination
SR 129; SR 177
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, starting early will give you ample time to reach Hamilton without feeling rushed. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for brief breaks as needed, especially during the 183.5-mile segment on I-71. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $42 estimate is based on the entire trip. Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best, but an early start is always a good bet for interstates.
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 136.8 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183.5 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 60 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.8 miles or 2h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, 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 273.7 miles and 5h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 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 183.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.8 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 50.6 and 257.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
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
7
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
6
173.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
|
I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
255.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 46m in
Take the exit toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason
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 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason
7
257.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m in
|
US 42
Turn sharp left onto US 42
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.48 one way
$84.95 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $47.14 | $94.29 |
| premium | $4.91 | $52.90 | $105.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.43 | $120.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.1 | 1 | $28.74 | $13.14 |
| Efficient EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.95 | $10.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.5 | 1 | $38.32 | $17.52 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Destination
Hamilton, OH
Night in Hamilton on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
137 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 14m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 93% of the drive utilizing major interstates like I-71 and I-76, along with the Kenmore Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 183.5 miles on I-71, offering a consistent pace. This profile suggests a focus on covering distance efficiently rather than winding scenic byways. The character of the drive is largely about steady progress on well-maintained, high-speed roads.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 183.5 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 273.7 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 173.5 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Hamilton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mason along the way.
Mason
255.1 mi in
|
~4h 46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 14m. Total distance: 273.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 183.5 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 Hamilton, 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 173.5 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hamilton, OH before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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