Origin
Zanesville, OH
Afternoon in Zanesville on Sunday
Local time
2:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Zanesville, OH to Youngstown, 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 51m
Distance
143.6 mi
231 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Zanesville, OH
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Trip Overview
This 143.6-mile drive from Zanesville, OH to Youngstown, OH is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in under 3 hours. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it a convenient way to travel between these two points in the Midwest. You'll spend most of your time on I-77 and I-70, with a brief section on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. This drive is well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
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
71.8 miles from Zanesville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 59.7 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 70 | 24.8 mi | 26m |
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 15.5 mi | 20m |
| I 76 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Union Avenue Northeast | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| SR 225 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| I 80 | 4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 59.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Zanesville, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on US 40
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 22; US 40; SR 60; SR 93; SR 146
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Underwood Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
4
Merge onto I 70
25 mi
·
26 min
·
I 70
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
6
Merge onto I 77
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 30
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
10
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft
·
5 sec
11
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Avenue Southeast
12
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue Northeast
13
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Avenue North
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
15
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
17
Continue on US 62
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
18
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Union Avenue Northeast
19
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 224; SR 225
20
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
21
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
22
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 225
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
24
Merge onto I 76
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 76
25
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
28
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
29
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
30
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 51-minute duration, this trip is perfect for a single day, offering plenty of flexibility for when you want to depart. Consider an early morning start to make the most of your day, especially if you plan any activities upon arrival in Youngstown. With only one recommended stop, you can choose to make it a quick fuel and stretch break or skip it entirely if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without services could be nearly 60 miles on I-77.
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 71.8 miles from Zanesville, OH, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.7 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 32 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.8 miles or 1h 19m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngstown, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Zanesville, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Zanesville, OH
This is one driving day of about 143.6 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Zanesville, 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 59.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.8 miles from Zanesville, 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 225 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 87.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Navigation decision point
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
5
25.9 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
5
26.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
87 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
5
87.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.29 one way
$44.57 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $24.73 | $49.47 |
| premium | $4.91 | $27.75 | $55.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.71 | $63.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.08 | $6.89 |
| Efficient EV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.57 | $5.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.10 | $9.19 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Afternoon in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
2:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 13 mph
23% chance
Live forecast
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
28 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 51m 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...
30 mi from route
~75 min detour
Free
near mile 118.8
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 80% of the drive taking place on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 59.7 miles on I-77, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While largely a high-speed journey, the transition to Atlantic Boulevard Northeast will introduce a different road character. Overall, this drive emphasizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.7 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 22 significant decision points across 143.6 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 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 26.5 miles (I 77): 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.
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 Zanesville, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
87 mi in
|
~1h 36m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 2h 51m. Total distance: 143.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m 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 59.7 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 Youngstown, 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 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 26.5 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Youngstown, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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