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
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Main Roads
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
Longest stretch:
I 76
— 39.2 mi, about 44m
Traffic on I-76
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 26 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,399 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~182 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Plymouth, 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
29 mi·35 min·Kenmore Expressway
Toward I 76 West: BarbertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 224
469 ft·16 sec·US 224
12
Keep slight left at fork
174 ft·6 sec
13
Turn right onto US 224
33 mi·44 min·Greenwich Road
14
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 598
2.7 mi·4 min·North St
15
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
427 ft·10 sec·West Broadway Street
16
Arrive at destination
West Broadway Street
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.8 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 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.
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 115.6 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Youngstown, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 76 for about 39.2 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 11
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.
3
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Central Square
Continue onto Central Square
Navigation decision point
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
5
80 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
112.9 mi into trip|~2h 19m in|SR 61; SR 598 / North St
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 598 / North St
Navigation decision point
4
115.5 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|West Broadway Street
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.76 one way
$35.53 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$20.03
$40.07
premium
$4.99
$22.70
$45.39
diesel
$4.80
$21.83
$43.65
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, 2026-07-13.
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
$10.12
$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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Youngstown, OH
Morning
in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Smoke
NW 6 mph28% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Plymouth, OH
Morning
in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Smoke
N 7 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
2h 24m on the road
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.
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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 47.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
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.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.2 mi on I 76.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
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.
Driving Effort5/10
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.
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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.2 miles on I 76. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Plymouth, OH before heading back.
