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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 6m

Distance

210.8 mi

339 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

20 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
3h 53m ★
6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 13m
3 PM
4h 17m
5 PM
4h 31m
8 PM
3h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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county seat of Clark County, Ohio, United States

Springfield, OH

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Trip Overview

This 210.8-mile drive from Youngstown, OH, to Springfield, OH, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 6 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 89% of the drive on major roads like I-71 and I-76, making it an efficient trip across the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $33, it's an economical option for a day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so plan for a smooth, albeit highway-centric, experience. This trip is ideal for those looking for a direct path between two points within Ohio.

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

105.4 miles from Youngstown, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 71 78 mi 1h 23m
I 76 39.2 mi 44m
US 36 34.9 mi 42m
Kenmore Expressway 19.8 mi 24m
Marysville Road 14.3 mi 16m
State Route 37 East 5.8 mi 7m
I 80 4.6 mi 5m
Wickliffe Expressway 4.6 mi 6m
Longest stretch: I 71 — 78 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Springfield, 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

78 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Exit 131 Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Turn right onto US 36; SR 37

5.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 37 East
15

Continue on US 36; SR 37

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sunbury Road
16

Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521

2.4 mi · 2 min · East William Street
17

Continue on US 36

14 mi · 16 min · Marysville Road
18

Take the exit onto US 36

3.3 mi · 4 min · US 36
19

Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
20

Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4

31 mi · 38 min · US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
21

Turn straight onto SR 4

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Mitchell Boulevard
22

Turn left onto SR 4

0.2 mi · 21 sec · North Belmont Avenue
23

Turn right onto SR 4

1.0 mi · 1 min · Lagonda Avenue
24

Turn right onto SR 4

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Warder Street
25

Continue on US 40; SR 4; SR 41

0.5 mi · 59 sec · East North Street
26

Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue

0.3 mi · 45 sec · North Fountain Avenue
27

Turn left onto East High Street

476 ft · 22 sec · East High Street
28

Turn left onto South Limestone Street

364 ft · 7 sec · South Limestone Street
29

Arrive at destination

South Limestone Street

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 4-hour and 6-minute duration for this 210.8-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. Consider an early morning start to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially on I-71. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch being 78 miles, you can easily break up the drive for fuel or a quick rest. The projected fuel cost of $33 is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your gauge, particularly before heading into longer interstate stretches. A practical tip is to ensure your GPS is updated for I-76 and I-71, as these are the primary arteries for most of this journey.

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 105.4 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78 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 46 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 105.4 miles or 2h 2m 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 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, 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 210.8 miles and 4h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 78 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Mansfield, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

105 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

Akron, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mansfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.4 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Charlo's Provisions & Eatery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Springfield, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+19375051066

Visit website

Golden Dawn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Youngstown, Ohio

1.2 mi

Los Mariachis

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Springfield, Ohio

1.4 mi

Charlo's Provisions & Eatery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+19375051066

Visit website

Golden Dawn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13307460393

Visit website

Los Mariachis

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19373242066

Visit website

El Toro Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19373257898

Visit website

Alexandris Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Wadsworth, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13303360203

Visit website

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19373234566

Visit website

Five Guys

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19373995000

Visit website

ROSE GOUTE CREOLE RESTAURANT

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+19375053537

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

PowerCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

PowerCharge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

+18332172197

Visit website

ViaLynk Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

North Jackson, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Girard, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Youngstown, Ohio

Hours: 4 am–10 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Girard, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 50.6 and 176.7 — 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
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.
8
149.6 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 131 Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
6
176.7 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in | US 36; SR 4

Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4 toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfi...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.72 one way

$65.43 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $36.31 $72.62
premium $4.91 $40.74 $81.48
diesel $5.61 $46.54 $93.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

20 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Circle K - Tesla Supercharger

Seville, OH

Tesla

12 DCFC

Holiday Inn - Tesla Supercharger

Ashland, OH

Tesla

12 DCFC

Maverick's Bistro - Tesla Supercharger

Girard, OH

Tesla

8 DCFC

Bonecutter Hollow - Tesla Supercharger

Mt. Gilead, OH

Tesla

8 DCFC

Pilot Travel Center 281

Girard, OH

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Sheetz 248

Girard, OH

Electrify America

4 DCFC

#1 Cochran Ford Austintown

Youngstown, OH

FORD_CHARGE

4 DCFC

Klaben Ford Island - DCFC

Kent, OH

Blink Network

4 DCFC

Tesla: 4 eVgo Network: 3 Blink Network: 3 ChargePoint Network: 3 Electrify America: 2 EV Connect: 2 FORD_CHARGE: 1 Non-Networked: 1 CHARGELAB: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 63.2 0 $22.13 $10.12
Efficient EV 52.7 0 $18.45 $8.43
EV Truck/SUV 84.3 1 $29.51 $13.49

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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 Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Youngstown, OH

Morning in Youngstown on Tuesday

Local time

6:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, OH

Morning in Springfield on Tuesday

Local time

6:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Mansfield, OH

105 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

6 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

4h 6m 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

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 ~34 min detour Free near mile 50.9
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
View on nps.gov
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

National Monument

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...

16 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 210.8
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...

18 mi from route ~46 min detour Free near mile 210.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 210.8-mile trip, with 89% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 78 miles on I-71, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While primarily interstate, the route does incorporate US 36, potentially offering a slight change in scenery and speed as you transition. This drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, prioritizing speed over winding backroads. The overall feel is one of steady progress across the Ohio landscape.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78 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 19 significant decision points across 210.8 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.

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 Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.

Delaware

149.6 mi in | ~2h 49m

About the Cities

Starting in Youngstown, OH

Full guide →

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).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 210.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 78 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 Springfield, 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 71.7 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Springfield, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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