Origin
Lucasville, OH
Night in Lucasville on Sunday
Local time
10:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lucasville, OH to Youngstown, OH
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
253.6 mi
408 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
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6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Spanning 253.6 miles across Ohio, this journey from Lucasville to Youngstown typically takes about 4 hours and 9 minutes of driving time. Because the trip is manageable in a single day, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $37 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Midwest locations. The route relies on a combination of US 23 North, South High Street, and I-270 rather than a single interstate corridor. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this path provides a straightforward connection between the southern and northeastern parts of the state.
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
126.8 miles from Lucasville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of local roads and surface streets that keep you engaged behind the wheel throughout the 253.6-mile trek. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches on US 23 North, you should prepare for frequent changes in road conditions and traffic flow. This personality makes for a more technical driving experience compared to a standard freeway commute. Staying alert is essential as you transition through the various local segments that define this journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 North 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lucasville, OH to Youngstown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South High Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 270 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 270 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 71 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 71 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 23 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lucasville, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on the route
35 mi
·
47 min
·
the route
2
Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Columbus
34 mi
·
44 min
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US 23 North: Columbus
3
Continue on South High Street
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South High Street
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Columbus, Wheeling
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
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I 270: Columbus, Wheeling
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 270 West
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 270 West
6
Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 71 North: Columbus
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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I 71 North: Columbus
9
Merge slight left onto South Freeway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
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South Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
11
Merge slight left onto South Innerbelt
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Innerbelt
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71 North: Cleveland
13
Keep slight left
100 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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I 76, US 224 East: Akron
16
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
20 min
17
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 East: Akron
19
Keep slight left
39 mi
·
43 min
20
Continue straight
4.0 mi
·
4 min
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 680: Youngstown
5.9 mi
·
8 min
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I 680: Youngstown
22
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
23
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
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Market Street
24
Keep slight right to continue on Central Square
125 ft
·
2 sec
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Central Square
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Planning for this route is simple since it fits well into a single day of travel. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to choose when and where to take a break based on your personal pace. Since you are navigating local roads, try to avoid peak traffic hours to keep your travel time closer to the 4-hour and 9-minute estimate. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially when navigating the turn-heavy sections, to ensure you stay within your $37 budget. A helpful tip is to map out your one primary stop in advance to ensure you have a reliable place to stretch your legs during the drive.
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 126.8 miles from Lucasville, OH, or about 2h 4m 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 80 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.8 miles or 2h 4m 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 24m
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 Lucasville, 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 Lucasville, OH
This is one driving day of about 253.6 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lucasville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126.8 mi from Lucasville, OH · 2h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 126.8 miles from Lucasville, 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
$37.93 one way
$75.86 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $42.35 | $84.71 |
| premium | $4.79 | $47.82 | $95.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.34 | $112.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.1 | 0 | $26.63 | $12.17 |
| Efficient EV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.19 | $10.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.4 | 1 | $35.50 | $16.23 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Sunday
Local time
10:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Mansfield, OH
127 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
28 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 9m 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 Lucasville, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 253.6 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23 North, South High Street, I 270. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126.8 miles from Lucasville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.93 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 straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lucasville, OH to Youngstown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lucasville, OH to Youngstown, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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