This 210.5-mile drive from Cridersville, OH to Youngstown, OH is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing US 30, I-71, and I-76, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 96% of the journey on high-speed roads. With a projected fuel cost of around $33, it's an efficient trip for those looking to cover ground quickly within the Midwest. The drive is straightforward, making it a convenient option for a day trip without the need for an overnight stop.
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
105.3 miles from Cridersville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 210.5-mile trip, with 96% of your travel on interstates and major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 83.1 miles along US 30, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. The transition between US 30, I-71, and I-76 generally keeps you moving at a consistent pace. This route prioritizes efficiency over varied scenery, providing a predictable driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 30 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 139.1 miles in.
Route Complexity9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 210.5 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 139.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.4 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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139.1 mi into trip|~2h 39m 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
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139.3 mi into trip|~2h 39m 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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157.4 mi into trip|~3h 1m in|I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
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159.3 mi into trip|~3h 3m 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
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160.6 mi into trip|~3h 5m in|I 76; I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cridersville, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Upper Sandusky and Akron.
Upper Sandusky
18.3 mi in|~22m
Akron
139.1 mi in|~2h 39m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 30
83.1 mi
1h 31m
I 76
57.6 mi
1h 6m
I 71
31.9 mi
34m
I 75
17 mi
18m
I 680
5.9 mi
8m
East Lincoln Highway
4.2 mi
7m
I 80
4 mi
4m
Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 83.1 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cridersville, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Shawnee Road
44 ft·7 sec·Shawnee Road
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.9 mi·3 min·West Main Street
3
Continue on CR 208
0.2 mi·41 sec·National Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
5
Merge onto I 75
17 mi·18 min·I 75
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward SR 696: Delphos, Upper Sandusky
7
Turn right onto SR 696
4.2 mi·7 min·East Lincoln Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto CR 15 / TR 15
0.5 mi·52 sec·County Road 15 / Hancock Road
9
Turn left onto US 30
37 mi·39 min·US 30
10
Take the exit onto US 30
46 mi·51 min·US 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 176Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
12
Merge onto I 71
32 mi·34 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 209A-BToward I 76, US 224: Lodi, AkronUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 209AToward I 76, US 224 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi·20 min·I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi·2 min·Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
17
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.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76; I 77
39 mi·43 min·I 76; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi·4 min·I 80
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi·8 min·I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·39 sec
22
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Market Street
23
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft·2 sec·Central Square
24
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
With a duration of just over 4 hours, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip from Cridersville to Youngstown. Plan to depart in the morning to allow ample time for any unexpected delays and to arrive with daylight. Since the longest stretch is 83.1 miles, consider a brief stop for fuel or a stretch break around that mark, though with only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility. The fuel cost estimate is approximately $33, so factor that into your budget.
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 105.3 miles from Cridersville, OH, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.1 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.3 miles or 2h 1m 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 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 Cridersville, 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 Cridersville, OH
This is one driving day of about 210.5 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cridersville, 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 US 30 for about 83.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.3 mi from Cridersville, OH
· 2h 1m into the drive
The midpoint is around 105.3 miles from Cridersville, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.1 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.
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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 159.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.67 one way
$65.34 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$36.26
$72.51
premium
$4.91
$40.68
$81.37
diesel
$5.61
$46.48
$92.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.2
0
$22.10
$10.10
Efficient EV
52.6
0
$18.42
$8.42
EV Truck/SUV
84.2
1
$29.47
$13.47
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago
Origin
Cridersville, OH
Late night
in Cridersville on Wednesday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Late night
in Youngstown on Wednesday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Mansfield, OH
105 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
43 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
4h 3m 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 Cridersville, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 210.5 miles and takes about 4h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 30, I 76, I 71. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.3 miles from Cridersville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.67 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 20 significant decision points across 210.5 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 139.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.4 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Cridersville, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Upper Sandusky and Akron.
