Origin
Cambridge, OH
Night in Cambridge on Wednesday
Local time
10:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
116.3 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cambridge, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Cambridge to Youngstown, Ohio, expect a straightforward journey spanning 128.3 miles. You should set aside approximately 2 hours and 1 minute of drive time to complete this trek through the Midwest. Since the entire route is manageable in a single day, there is no need to book overnight accommodations unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Budgeting about $19 for fuel will comfortably cover your travel costs between these two Ohio cities. This drive serves as a practical, direct link between the two locations, making it an efficient choice for those looking to traverse this part of the state without complex planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.2 miles from Cambridge, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive, as this route relies entirely on local roads like North 9th Street, Steubenville Avenue, and Highland Avenue. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be cruising on high-speed interstates; instead, you will navigate local thoroughfares for the duration of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on North 9th Street, emphasizing the constant turns and transitions you will face behind the wheel. Expect a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on local navigation rather than monotonous highway cruising. This personality makes the trip feel more involved and requires your full attention throughout the 128.3-mile distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 9th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH is easy. At 2h 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 9th Street | — | — |
| Steubenville Avenue | — | — |
| Highland Avenue | — | — |
| Cadiz Road | — | — |
| SR 43 North | — | — |
| Cherry Avenue Southeast | — | — |
| Cherry Avenue Northeast | — | — |
| Market Avenue North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North 9th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Foster Avenue
138 ft
·
8 sec
·
Foster Avenue
2
Turn right onto North 9th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 9th Street
3
Turn left onto Steubenville Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Steubenville Avenue
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Highland Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
5
Continue on Cadiz Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cadiz Road
6
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
7
Merge slight left
56 mi
·
1 hr
8
Take the exit slight right
0.6 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge slight left
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
10
Take the exit slight right toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
11
Keep slight left
220 ft
·
6 sec
12
Turn right onto Cherry Avenue Southeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Avenue Southeast
13
Continue on Cherry Avenue Northeast
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue Northeast
14
Turn right onto Market Avenue North
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Avenue North
15
Take the ramp straight toward US 62 East: Alliance
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 62 East: Alliance
16
Continue on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
17
Continue on Columbus Road Northeast
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
18
Continue on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Union Avenue Northeast
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Union Avenue Northeast
20
Turn right
2.5 mi
·
3 min
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Deerfield Township Square
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Deerfield Township Square
22
Exit the rotary onto State Route 14
486 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Route 14
23
Keep slight right
5.4 mi
·
7 min
24
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
25
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
12 min
26
Continue straight
4.0 mi
·
4 min
27
Keep slight right to continue on I 680: Youngstown
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680: Youngstown
28
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
29
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
30
Keep slight right to continue on Central Square
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this route is a short, 2-hour drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid local traffic. Since you are navigating local streets rather than highways, keep a close eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns safely. You won't need to plan for major rest stops given the short duration, but carrying a $19 fuel budget is essential to ensure you reach Youngstown without worry. If you prefer a relaxed atmosphere, try leaving mid-morning to avoid typical local commute hours. Staying alert for changing speed limits on these local roads is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival at your destination.
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 58.2 miles from Cambridge, OH, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.2 miles or 1h 11m 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 57m
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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, OH
This is one driving day of about 116.3 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Cambridge, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.2 mi from Cambridge, OH · 1h 11m into the drive
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.2 miles from Cambridge, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Youngstown, OH
The final approach into Youngstown, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Youngstown, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.05 one way
$36.10 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $20.03 | $40.06 |
| premium | $4.91 | $22.48 | $44.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.68 | $51.36 |
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: 40.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.21 | $5.58 |
| Efficient EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Night in Youngstown on Wednesday
Local time
10:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Dover, OH
58 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
19 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 23m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 116.3 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 9th Street, Steubenville Avenue, Highland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.2 miles from Cambridge, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH is easy. At 2h 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cambridge, OH to Youngstown, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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