The drive from Concord, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 271.6 miles and takes about 5h 33m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, I 76, Cuba Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 156.8 miles on I 71.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
135.8 miles from Concord, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 58m into the drive
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Drive Character
This is a 5h 33m highway drive covering 271.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and I 76. The longest continuous stretch is about 156.8 miles on I 71.
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 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 156.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,207 ft721 ft
Total Climb
904 ft
Total Descent
917 ft
Highest Point
1,207 ft
~155.2 mi in
Elevation Range
487 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 97.2 miles in near I 71.
Route Complexity9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 271.6 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 97.2 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.9 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 200.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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97.2 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
8
98.9 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
200.2 mi into trip|~4h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
9
200.4 mi into trip|~4h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
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220.4 mi into trip|~4h 33m in|I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Akron
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Concord, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Akron.
Wheeling
97.2 mi in|~2h 15m|via I 71
Akron
200.2 mi in|~4h 8m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
156.8 mi
2h 51m
I 76
57.6 mi
1h 6m
Cuba Avenue
11.5 mi
18m
Apple Street
8.9 mi
13m
I 680
5.9 mi
8m
US 50
5 mi
7m
Xenia Avenue
4.6 mi
7m
State Route 133
4.6 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 156.8 mi, about 2h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Twin Bridges Road
2.3 mi·9 min·Twin Bridges Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR 133
1.0 mi·1 min·State Route 133
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 133
1.3 mi·2 min·East Main Street
4
Turn right onto SR 133
0.2 mi·25 sec·Tall Gate Road
5
Continue on SR 133
3.6 mi·6 min·State Route 133
6
Turn right onto Glancy Marathon Road
3.0 mi·7 min·Glancy Marathon Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto SR 286
0.3 mi·34 sec·Cross Street
8
Turn right onto US 50
5.0 mi·7 min·US 50
9
Turn left onto US 68
8.9 mi·13 min·Apple Street
10
Turn slight right onto US 68
11 mi·18 min·Cuba Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto US 68
4.6 mi·7 min·Xenia Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
13
Merge onto I 71
55 mi·1 hr·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi·45 sec·I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, WheelingUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 70; I 71
1.3 mi·1 min·South Innerbelt
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
1.0 mi·1 min·I 71
Exit 101AToward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
100 mi·1 hr 49 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 209A-BToward I 76, US 224: Lodi, AkronUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 209AToward I 76, US 224 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi·20 min·I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi·2 min·Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi·1 min·I 76
Toward I 76 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
39 mi·43 min·I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
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 135.8 miles from Concord, OH, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.8 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 80 miles or 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.8 miles or 2h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 36m
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 Concord, 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 Concord, OH
This is one driving day of about 271.6 miles and 5h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Concord, 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 156.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.8 mi from Concord, OH
· 2h 58m into the drive
The midpoint is around 135.8 miles from Concord, 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 156.8 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 46.8
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
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 224.8
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...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
near mile 46.8
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
81.5
1
$28.52
$13.04
Efficient EV
67.9
0
$23.77
$10.86
EV Truck/SUV
108.6
1
$38.02
$17.38
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 data refreshed 5 days ago
Origin
Concord, OH
Morning
in Concord on Wednesday
Local time
8:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Morning
in Youngstown on Wednesday
Local time
8:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 33m 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 Concord, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 271.6 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, I 76, Cuba Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.8 miles from Concord, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.62 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 25 significant decision points across 271.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 97.2 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.9 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 200.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Concord, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Akron.
