Origin
Chester, OH
Evening in Chester on Friday
Local time
7:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chester, OH to Youngstown, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h
Distance
205.4 mi
331 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
★
6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chester, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
Chester, OH to Youngstown, OH is 205.4 miles and takes about 4 hours via I 77, SR 7, and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays entirely within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a journey that's largely highway-focused, making it a straightforward trip. It's a solid option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.
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
102.7 miles from Chester, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 205.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 84% of the journey on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 114.5 miles on I 77, which will likely feel like the core of your travel time. While the bulk of the trip is on high-speed roads, the inclusion of SR 7 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast suggests a transition towards more local or arterial roads as you approach your destination. This mix means you'll have periods of efficient cruising followed by more varied driving conditions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 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 114.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 7. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near SR 7.
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 24 significant decision points across 205.4 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 0.2 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.1 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 7
Turn right onto SR 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
7
22.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
5
33.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
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I 77; WV 2
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
148.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chester, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Beverly and Downtown.
Beverly
21.9 mi in
|
~26m
|
via US 50
Downtown
148.8 mi in
|
~2h 45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 114.5 mi | 2h 3m |
| SR 7 | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 15.5 mi | 20m |
| I 76 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| US 50 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Union Avenue Northeast | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| SR 225 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 114.5 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chester, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on SR 248
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Route 248
2
Turn right onto SR 7
21 mi
·
24 min
·
SR 7
Use the straight lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50; SR 7; SR 32
4
Take the exit onto US 50
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 50
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Corridor D
7
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
8
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
115 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 77; WV 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
10
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 30
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
12
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft
·
5 sec
13
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Avenue Southeast
14
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue Northeast
15
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Avenue North
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
17
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Road Northeast
19
Continue on US 62
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
20
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Union Avenue Northeast
21
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 224; SR 225
22
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
23
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Route 14
24
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 225
25
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
26
Merge onto I 76
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 76
27
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
28
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
30
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
31
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
32
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour drive, it’s easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With only one recommended stop, you can choose a convenient point along I 77 for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 114.5-mile stretch on I 77, as services might be less frequent than on more heavily trafficked interstates. Planning your fuel stops around major exits on I 77 is a good strategy.
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 102.7 miles from Chester, OH, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.5 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 45 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.7 miles or 1h 54m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngstown, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Chester, 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 Chester, OH
This is one driving day of about 205.4 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Chester, 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 114.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.7 mi from Chester, OH · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.7 miles from Chester, 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 114.5 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.88 one way
$63.75 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $35.38 | $70.76 |
| premium | $4.91 | $39.70 | $79.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.35 | $90.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.57 | $9.86 |
| Efficient EV | 51.4 | 0 | $17.97 | $8.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.2 | 1 | $28.76 | $13.15 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Evening in Youngstown on Friday
Local time
7:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Sugarcreek, OH
103 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
4h 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chester, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 205.4 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, SR 7, Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.7 miles from Chester, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 205.4 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 0.2 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.1 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Chester, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Beverly and Downtown.
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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