Origin
Youngstown, OH
Morning in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Youngstown, OH to Mantua, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
123.7 mi
199 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mantua, OH
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Trip Overview
Youngstown, OH to Mantua, OH is 123.7 miles and takes about 2h 36m via I 77 and SR 225, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Ohio, making it a straightforward journey. The drive is primarily highway-focused, suggesting a relatively quick and efficient transit between these two points. With just one recommended stop and a duration under three hours, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering a practical way to cover the distance without feeling rushed.
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
61.9 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 55.8 mi | 1h |
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 15.1 mi | 19m |
| SR 225 | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| I 76 | 11 mi | 11m |
| Bloomfield Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| I 80 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| US 224 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 55.8 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Mantua, 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 Northeast
Use 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
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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, Akron
Use the slight right lane.
28
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 77 South: Marietta
Use 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
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 77
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 47
Toward US 22: Cambridge, Cadiz
Use the slight right lane.
32
Turn right onto US 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cadiz Road
33
Continue on US 22
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
34
Turn slight right onto US 22; US 40
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wheeling Avenue
35
Turn right onto SR 209
492 ft
·
15 sec
·
North 5th Street
36
Turn left onto SR 209
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Steubenville Avenue
37
Continue on SR 209
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Bloomfield Road
38
Turn right onto SR 662
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Boden Road
39
Turn slight right onto Mantua Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mantua Road
40
Arrive at destination
Mantua Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 36m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Aiming to leave in the morning will give you ample daylight to complete the 123.7-mile journey. While the drive is relatively short, consider your one planned stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or where you anticipate needing a break. For this route, pay attention to the transition from I 77 to SR 225, as this is where road conditions may change subtly before you arrive in Mantua. The estimated fuel cost of $19 suggests that filling up before you depart Youngstown should suffice for the entire trip.
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 61.9 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.8 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 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.9 miles or 1h 22m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mantua, 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 123.7 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 55.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.9 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 52.9 and 113.2 — 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
8
113.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 22: Cambridge, Cadiz
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 47
Toward US 22: Cambridge, Cadiz
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.20 one way
$38.40 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $21.31 | $42.61 |
| premium | $4.91 | $23.91 | $47.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.31 | $54.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.99 | $5.94 |
| Efficient EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.82 | $4.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.32 | $7.92 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Mantua, OH
Morning in Mantua on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Greensburg, OH
62 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
7 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 36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 74% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 77. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate travel for the majority of your trip. The longest continuous stretch without a major change in road type is 55.8 miles on I 77, allowing for sustained driving. While the profile suggests a highway-centric experience, keep an eye out for the transitions as you navigate onto roads like Atlantic Boulevard Northeast and SR 225, which may offer a slight change of pace before reaching your destination.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.8 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 Effort
10/10
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 23 significant decision points across 123.7 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 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.
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.
Between Youngstown, OH and Mantua, OH, road signs point toward 30Th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast, Akron and Cadiz.
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
Cadiz
113.2 mi in
|
~2h 17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 123.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.8 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 Mantua, 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 Mantua, OH before heading back.
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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