Origin
Orange, OH
Evening in Orange on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orange, OH to Youngstown, OH
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
62 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
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6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orange, OH
Jill Burrow
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Orange to Youngstown, you can expect a straightforward trip covering 62 miles. The journey typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stays. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors, specifically the Ohio Turnpike, the Outerbelt East Freeway, and I-680. Budgeting roughly $9 for fuel should cover your needs for this one-way transit across the Midwest. Since the entire route stays within Ohio, the transition between these two cities is seamless and efficient for those who prefer highway-focused travel.
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
31 miles from Orange, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 96% of the route consisting of high-speed transit. You will spend your time navigating major interstates, including a significant 30.8-mile stretch on the Ohio Turnpike that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. Because the road design prioritizes speed and efficiency, do not expect technical local roads or frequent turns. The experience is consistent and utilitarian, designed to move you from Orange to Youngstown with minimal friction. Expect a steady, predictable pace as you transition between the freeway systems that connect these two regional hubs.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 30.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Outerbelt East Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Harvard Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 62 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: near the start (Harvard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Harvard Road
Turn right onto Harvard Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 271 South, US 422 East: Columbus, Warren
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 271 South, US 422 East: Columbus, Warr...
8
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 271 South, I 480 East: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 271 South, I 480 East: Columbus
9
5.7 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 271; I 480 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271; I 480 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 480 East, SR 14: Streetsboro, Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23A-B
Toward I 480 East, SR 14: Streetsboro, Youngsto...
7
49.6 mi into trip
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~57m in
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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
Towns Along This Route
Between Orange, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo and Cr 18: Youngstown.
Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown
18 mi in
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~22m
Toledo
18 mi in
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~22m
Cr 18: Youngstown
50.5 mi in
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~59m
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via I 80
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 30.8 mi | 32m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 17 mi | 20m |
| I 680 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| I 80 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Harvard Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Market Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Brainard Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 30.8 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on CR 28
129 ft
·
7 sec
·
Brainard Road
2
Turn right onto Harvard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harvard Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 271 South, US 422 East: Columbus, Warren
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 271; US 422
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
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Outerbelt East Freeway
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 South, I 480 East: Columbus
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271; I 480
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Exit 23A-B
Toward I 480 East, SR 14: Streetsboro, Youngstown
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on I 271; I 480
12 mi
·
14 min
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Outerbelt East Freeway
Exit 23A
Toward I 480 East, SR 14 East: Streetsboro, Youngstown
Use the none lane.
8
Turn slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 42
Toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 80
31 mi
·
32 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
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.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 80
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
16
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
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Market Street
17
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Central Square
18
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour and 15-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops since the drive is quite brief, allowing you to head out whenever suits your schedule best. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns as you merge onto the Outerbelt East Freeway, as high-speed transitions can be busy during peak commuting hours. Since you are spending nearly the entire journey on major highways, ensure your vehicle is prepped for sustained speeds before you hit the road. Taking advantage of the direct route via the Ohio Turnpike is your best bet for maintaining a smooth, efficient pace throughout the entire 62-mile trip.
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 31 miles from Orange, OH, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.8 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 62 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 2m
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 Orange, 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 Orange, OH
This is one driving day of about 62 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Orange, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 30.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31 mi from Orange, OH · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31 miles from Orange, 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
$9.27 one way
$18.55 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
| premium | $4.79 | $11.69 | $23.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.77 | $27.55 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.54
Ohio Turnpike
(30.8 mi)
$1.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Evening in Youngstown on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
1h 15m 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 Orange, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 62 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, Outerbelt East Freeway, I 680. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31 miles from Orange, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.27 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 62 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: near the start (Harvard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Orange, OH and Youngstown, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo and Cr 18: Youngstown.
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