Origin
Milford, OH
Evening in Milford on Sunday
Local time
8:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, OH to Youngstown, OH
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
273.2 mi
440 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 3m
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6 AM
4h 17m
8 AM
4h 43m
10 AM
4h 26m
12 PM
4h 23m
3 PM
4h 27m
5 PM
4h 42m
8 PM
4h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Connecting Milford to Youngstown, this 273.2-mile journey through the Midwest typically takes about 4 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Given the duration, this route is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $40 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating out of Milford involves local roads like Main Street before transitioning onto I-275 North and the Circle Freeway. Because the trip is straightforward, it serves as a reliable transit route within Ohio, offering a practical way to cross the region in one sitting.
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
136.6 miles from Milford, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a mindless highway cruise. Unlike long-distance interstate hauls, this route features a 0% highway share, placing you squarely on local roads for the duration of the trip. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Main Street, meaning you will be navigating constant shifts in direction and road type. This profile creates a more technical driving experience where you stay engaged with the road layout. As you move away from the starting point, the focus shifts from local surface streets to the transitions onto the Circle Freeway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street 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 16m 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 Milford, OH to Youngstown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 275 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Circle Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 71 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 123 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Middleboro Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wilmington Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Sycamore Street
180 ft
·
11 sec
·
Sycamore Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 275 North
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 275 North
5
Merge slight left onto Circle Freeway
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Circle Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Columbus
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71 North: Columbus
7
Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Northeast Expressway
8
Take the exit slight right toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
9
Turn right
515 ft
·
12 sec
10
Turn left
4.3 mi
·
8 min
11
Turn left onto Middleboro Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Middleboro Road
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Wilmington Road
338 ft
·
10 sec
·
Wilmington Road
13
Take the ramp right toward I 71 North: Columbus
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 71 North: Columbus
14
Merge slight left
69 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
15
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
16
Merge slight left onto South Innerbelt
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Innerbelt
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71 North: Cleveland
18
Keep slight left
100 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
20
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76, US 224 East: Akron
21
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
20 min
22
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
23
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 East: Akron
24
Keep slight left
39 mi
·
43 min
25
Continue straight
4.0 mi
·
4 min
26
Keep slight right to continue on I 680: Youngstown
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680: Youngstown
27
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
28
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
29
Keep slight right to continue on Central Square
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route, planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay sharp and manage the local navigation. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid local traffic congestion that can slow down your progress on surface streets. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $40 cost estimate assumes consistent travel, and local road conditions can sometimes lead to more idling than interstate driving. Because you are navigating local roads, prioritize using a reliable GPS to handle the frequent turns throughout the 273.2-mile journey. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't hesitate to take a break whenever the local road transitions become repetitive.
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 136.6 miles from Milford, OH, or about 2h 8m 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 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.6 miles or 2h 8m 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 30m
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 Milford, 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 Milford, OH
This is one driving day of about 273.2 miles and 4h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Milford, 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 136.6 mi from Milford, OH · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 136.6 miles from Milford, 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
$40.86 one way
$81.72 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $45.63 | $91.25 |
| premium | $4.79 | $51.52 | $103.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.70 | $121.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82 | 1 | $28.69 | $13.11 |
| Efficient EV | 68.3 | 0 | $23.90 | $10.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.3 | 1 | $38.25 | $17.48 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Evening in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
8:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
Mansfield, OH
137 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
3 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 16m 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 Milford, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 273.2 miles and takes about 4h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, I 275 North, Circle Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.6 miles from Milford, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.86 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 16m 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 Milford, OH to Youngstown, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Milford, OH to Youngstown, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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