Origin
Northfield Center, OH
Afternoon in Northfield Center on Saturday
Local time
1:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Northfield Center, OH to Youngstown, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Northfield Center, OH
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
Northfield Center to Youngstown is 55.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 8 minutes via Ohio Turnpike and I-680, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a quick and efficient journey. Given the short duration, it's an ideal option for a same-day trip, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 37.7 mi | 40m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| I 80 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Akron Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Northfield Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Aurora Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Central Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 37.7 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northfield Center, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on SR 82
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Aurora Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto SR 8
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Northfield Road
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on SR 8
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Akron Expressway
4
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 14B
Toward I 80: Toledo, Youngstown
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 80
38 mi
·
40 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 80
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
Exit 218
Toward I 80 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
12
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
13
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
14
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Northfield Center, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 44.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 8 / Northfield Road
Turn right onto SR 8 / Northfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 80: Toledo, Youngstown
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 14B
Toward I 80: Toledo, Youngstown
7
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 East: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
7
43.4 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
I 80
Take the exit onto I 80 toward I 80 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 218
Toward I 80 East
6
44.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning A...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.66 one way
$17.32 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.61 | $19.22 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.78 | $21.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.89
Ohio Turnpike
(37.7 mi)
$1.89
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Youngstown on Saturday
Local time
1:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
1h 8m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily a highway experience, with 93% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 37.7 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. The character of the road is largely consistent, focused on efficient travel between your starting and ending points. Expect a smooth, high-speed journey for the majority of the trip, typical of interstate driving in this region.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.7 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 680. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near SR 8 / Northfield Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (SR 8 / Northfield Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Northfield Center, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 18: Youngstown along the way.
Cr 18: Youngstown
44.2 mi in
|
~52m
|
via I 80
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 55.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.7 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.89 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Youngstown, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (SR 8 / Northfield Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Youngstown, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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