Origin
Niles, OH
Night in Niles on Sunday
Local time
10:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Niles, OH to Youngstown, OH
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.7 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward trip within the Midwest, traveling from Niles, Ohio, to Youngstown is a simple 9.7-mile journey. You can expect to spend about 18 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budgeting is incredibly easy, as you should only need about $1 for fuel to complete the transit. Since there are no designated stops on this route, it is a very efficient way to navigate between these two Ohio cities. Whether you are commuting or running errands, the brevity of this drive offers great flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.8 miles from Niles, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route consists entirely of local roads with zero highway share. You will navigate through city streets, utilizing North State Street, Robbins Avenue, and Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.5-mile segment on North State Street, so prepare for frequent turns and urban traffic patterns. Unlike a monotonous highway cruise, this path demands your full attention as you transition between these key local corridors.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North State Street is the longest continuous segment at about 3.5 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 169 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 169 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (SR 46; SR 169 / Robbins Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (US 422 / Youngstown Warren Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 169 / North Main Street
Turn right onto SR 169 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 46; SR 169 / Robbins Avenue
Turn left onto SR 46; SR 169 / Robbins Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 422 / Youngstown Warren Road
Turn right onto US 422 / Youngstown Warren Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
9.4 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Wick Avenue
Turn right onto Wick Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
9.6 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Central Square
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North State Street | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Robbins Avenue | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| West Rayen Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Youngstown Warren Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wick Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Central Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North State Street
— 3.5 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Niles, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on this road
67 ft
·
7 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto SR 169
26 ft
·
7 sec
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North Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 46; SR 169
2.5 mi
·
5 min
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Robbins Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 422
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Youngstown Warren Road
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on US 422
3.5 mi
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6 min
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North State Street
6
Continue on US 422
2.1 mi
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3 min
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Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
7
Continue on SR 289
0.8 mi
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1 min
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West Rayen Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Turn right onto Wick Avenue
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Wick Avenue
9
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
476 ft
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17 sec
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Central Square
10
Continue on Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
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Central Square
11
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Because this is such a short 18-minute drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning rest breaks or complex fuel stops, as the $1 fuel requirement is minimal for any standard vehicle. Keep in mind that since the route relies on local streets like Robbins Avenue and Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, traffic volume may vary significantly depending on the time of day. My best tip is to check a live traffic app before you pull out of Niles, as local road construction or signal timing can easily turn an 18-minute trip into a slightly longer commute.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.8 miles from Niles, OH, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.5 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 9.7 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.8 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
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 Niles, 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 Niles, OH
This is one driving day of about 9.7 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Niles, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North State Street for about 3.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.8 mi from Niles, OH · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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
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
$1.45 one way
$2.90 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $1.62 | $3.24 |
| premium | $4.79 | $1.83 | $3.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.16 | $4.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Night in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
10:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Mina, NY
5 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Niles, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 9.7 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North State Street, Robbins Avenue, Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.8 miles from Niles, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 169 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (SR 46; SR 169 / Robbins Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (US 422 / Youngstown Warren Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Niles, OH to Youngstown, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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