Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
115.6 mi
186 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plymouth, OH
Vika Glitter
This 115.6-mile journey from Youngstown, OH to Plymouth, OH is a straightforward drive perfect for a single day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes. With 69% of the route on highways, it's a predominantly fast-paced drive focused on efficient travel between these two Midwest locations. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $18, making it an economical option for a quick getaway. Given its manageable length and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; you can comfortably complete this drive and return within the same day. Expect a practical and direct experience as you make your way across Ohio.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.8 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 76 | 39.2 mi | 44m |
| Greenwich Road | 32.9 mi | 44m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 29.2 mi | 35m |
| I 80 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| North St | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| South Shore Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Plymouth, OH.
Start on Central Square
Continue on Central Square
Turn straight onto Market Street
Turn right onto West Woodland Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 680
Continue on I 680
Merge onto I 80
Continue on I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
Take the exit onto US 224
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto US 224
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 598
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
Arrive at destination
For this 2-hour and 24-minute drive, starting your trip in the morning will give you ample time to reach Plymouth, OH, and still have the afternoon for activities, or to head back. Since this is a highway-focused route with a longest stretch of 39.2 miles, plan your fuel stops strategically before you get too low, especially as there are no designated stops listed. The estimated fuel cost of $18 is quite reasonable, so you won't break the bank on gas. Given that this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but a morning departure allows for the most flexibility upon arrival.
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.
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 25 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.8 miles or 1h 8m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plymouth, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Youngstown, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 115.6 miles and 2h 24m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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.
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 57.8 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 115.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Continue onto Central Square
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 598 / North St
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$17.94 one way
$35.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $19.91 | $39.82 |
| premium | $4.91 | $22.34 | $44.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.52 | $51.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
| Efficient EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.18 | $7.40 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Youngstown on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Plymouth on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
The drive is largely highway-focused, with 69% of the mileage spent on interstates and expressways. You'll encounter the I-76 for a significant portion, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.2 miles, which offers a consistent, high-speed experience. The route also incorporates sections of Greenwich Road and the Kenmore Expressway, likely offering a slight change of pace but still maintaining a generally efficient flow. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently rather than offering winding scenic detours. Prepare for a solid block of time on faster roads before reaching your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and Greenwich Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Square.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Square): Navigation decision point; at 50.6 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 80 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 24m. Total distance: 115.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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