Youngstown, OH to Marshall, OH is 246.4 miles and takes about 5h 3m via I-76 and I-71, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a drive that is predominantly highway, making for a straightforward transit. With only one recommended stop and a duration under six hours, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion.
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
123.2 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
114.3 mi
2h 5m
I 76
39.2 mi
44m
Leesburg Avenue
25.5 mi
38m
Kenmore Expressway
19.8 mi
24m
State Route 3
12.2 mi
18m
Harrisburg Pike
10 mi
14m
East Main Street
9 mi
15m
I 80
4.6 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 114.3 mi, about 2h 5m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 51 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,106 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,828
Quietest
2 AM
~226 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 51 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 Marshall, 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
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: BarbertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.2 mi·2 min
Exit 1AToward I 71 South: ColumbusUse 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
13 mi·14 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 94Toward US 62, SR 3: Harrisburg
15
Turn left onto US 62; SR 3
10.0 mi·14 min·Harrisburg Pike
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62; SR 3
1.1 mi·1 min·East Main Street
17
Turn straight onto US 62; SR 3
1.3 mi·1 min·Columbus-Washington C H Road
18
Continue on US 62; SR 3
12 mi·18 min·State Route 3
19
Continue on US 62; SR 3
0.9 mi·1 min·Columbus Avenue
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 62; SR 3
0.5 mi·41 sec·Columbus Avenue
21
Continue on US 22; US 62; SR 3
0.6 mi·1 min·East Court Street
22
Turn slight left onto US 62
26 mi·38 min·Leesburg Avenue
23
Turn left onto US 50; SR 124
0.4 mi·38 sec·East Main Street
24
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 124
7.4 mi·13 min·East Main Street
25
Arrive at destination
SR 506
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 3m estimated drive time, leaving Youngstown in the morning should allow ample time to reach Marshall before dark. You're looking at a total of 246.4 miles, with the longest highway segment being 114.3 miles on I-71, so plan your fuel stops accordingly. With only one stop suggested, you have flexibility to break up the drive as needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye out for the shift from highway to surface roads as you near Marshall, as this often means more local traffic and slower speeds.
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 123.2 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.3 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 54 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.2 miles or 2h 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 3h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marshall, 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 246.4 miles and 5h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 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 114.3 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 50.6 and 186 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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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
5
71.7 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|I 71
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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.
6
186 mi into trip|~3h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 62, SR 3: Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 94
Toward US 62, SR 3: Harrisburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.64 one way
$85.29 round trip
$4.40/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.85
$47.01
$94.02
premium
$5.43
$52.64
$105.27
diesel
$5.35
$51.90
$103.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.9
0
$25.87
$11.83
Efficient EV
61.6
0
$21.56
$9.86
EV Truck/SUV
98.6
1
$34.50
$15.77
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 24, 2026
Origin
Youngstown, OH
Afternoon
in Youngstown on Wednesday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SE 6 to 15 mph70% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued May 23 at 8:50PM EDT until May 23 at 10:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 23 at 7:49PM EDT until May 23 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Destination
Marshall, OH
Afternoon
in Marshall on Wednesday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 3 mph27% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued May 23 at 8:50PM EDT until May 23 at 10:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 23 at 7:49PM EDT until May 23 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
84°F
Ashley, OH
123 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
5 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 3m 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.
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...
Nearly 2000 years ago, Native Americans built dozens of monumental mounds and earthen enclosures in southern Ohio. These earthwork complexes were ceremonial landscapes used for feasts, funerals, ritua...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 220.9
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 212.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 80% of this 246.4-mile trip on highways, primarily I-71 and I-76. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 114.3 miles on I-71. Expect to transition from highway speeds to surface roads like Leesburg Avenue as you approach your destination, likely noticing a change in traffic density and exit frequency.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 114.3 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 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 246.4 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 71.7 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 5h 3m. Total distance: 246.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 114.3 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 27 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 Marshall, 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 27 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 71.7 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hopewell Culture National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Marshall, OH before the return drive.
