Origin
Carlisle, OH
Morning in Carlisle on Saturday
Local time
9:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carlisle, OH to Youngstown, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 59m
Distance
147.9 mi
238 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carlisle, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
The drive from Carlisle, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 147.9 miles and takes about 2h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, Atlantic Boulevard Northeast, I 76 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.9 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
74 miles from Carlisle, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 59m. Total distance: 147.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 59m highway drive covering 147.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.9 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 147.9 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 11.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the ramp toward I 77 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 77 North
5
11.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
91.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m 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
91.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
119.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
SR 14; SR 225 / State Route 14
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225 / State Route 14
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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 Carlisle, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
91.3 mi in
|
~1h 44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 78.9 mi | 1h 24m |
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 15.5 mi | 20m |
| I 76 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Woodsfield Road | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| 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
— 78.9 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlisle, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on SR 260
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Road Fork Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR 78
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Woodsfield Road
3
Continue on SR 78
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
McConnelsville Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 77 North
5
Merge onto I 77
79 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 30
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
9
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft
·
5 sec
10
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Avenue Southeast
11
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue Northeast
12
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Avenue North
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
14
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
16
Continue on US 62
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
17
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Union Avenue Northeast
18
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 224; SR 225
19
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
20
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
21
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 225
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
23
Merge onto I 76
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 76
24
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
25
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
27
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
28
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
29
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
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 74 miles from Carlisle, OH, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.9 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 33 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74 miles or 1h 25m 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 26m
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 Carlisle, 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 Carlisle, OH
This is one driving day of about 147.9 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Carlisle, 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 78.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74 mi from Carlisle, OH · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74 miles from Carlisle, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.9 miles.
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
$22.95 one way
$45.91 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $25.47 | $50.95 |
| premium | $4.91 | $28.58 | $57.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.65 | $65.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.71 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Morning in Youngstown on Saturday
Local time
9:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 to 15 mph
80% 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
32 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 59m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carlisle, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 147.9 miles and takes about 2h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Atlantic Boulevard Northeast, I 76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74 miles from Carlisle, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.95 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 147.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Carlisle, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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