This straightforward 105.5-mile drive from Powell to Youngstown, Ohio, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major highways like I-77 and I-76, making it a focused, efficient journey. With an estimated fuel cost of around $16, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Given its relatively short distance and highway-centric nature, it's perfect for a quick visit or as a segment of a larger Midwest exploration. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so plan for straightforward travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.8 miles from Powell, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 105.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this 105.5-mile journey, with 72% of the route on interstates. You'll experience a significant stretch of 38.6 miles on I-77, offering a consistent pace. The drive progresses with a strong emphasis on efficient travel, transitioning between major highways like I-77 and I-76. While it’s not a winding scenic route, it provides a direct and uncomplicated path. The character remains largely consistent, prioritizing speed and ease of navigation over varied landscapes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.6 miles in near I 77.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 105.5 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: at 9.6 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
9.6 mi into trip|~16m in|I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
48.9 mi into trip|~59m in
Take the exit toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
5
49.2 mi into trip|~1h in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
77.1 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|SR 14; SR 225 / State Route 14
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225 / State Route 14
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
98.8 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|I 680
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680 toward I 680: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 680: Youngstown
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 Powell, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
48.9 mi in|~59m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
38.6 mi
41m
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
15.5 mi
20m
I 76
11.7 mi
12m
US 36
7.1 mi
8m
Union Avenue Northeast
6.2 mi
8m
I 680
5.9 mi
8m
SR 225
5.4 mi
7m
I 80
4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 38.6 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Powell, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Township Road 172
1.5 mi·5 min·Township Road 172
2
Turn straight onto SR 751
0.7 mi·1 min·SR 751
3
Turn left onto US 36
7.1 mi·8 min·US 36
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
5
Merge onto I 77
39 mi·41 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
7
Merge onto US 30
0.2 mi·11 sec·US 30
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward SR 43 North: Cherry Avenue, Downtown
9
Keep slight left at fork
218 ft·5 sec
10
Turn right onto SR 43
0.8 mi·1 min·Cherry Avenue Southeast
11
Continue on SR 43
1.5 mi·2 min·Cherry Avenue Northeast
12
Turn right onto SR 43
0.7 mi·1 min·Market Avenue North
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 62 East: Alliance
14
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi·41 sec·Columbus Road Northeast
16
Continue on US 62
15 mi·19 min·Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
17
At end of road, turn left onto SR 225
6.2 mi·8 min·Union Avenue Northeast
18
Turn right onto US 224; SR 225
2.5 mi·3 min·US 224; SR 225
19
Enter roundabout onto SR 14; SR 225
0.1 mi·11 sec·State Route 14
20
Continue on SR 14; SR 225
486 ft·11 sec·State Route 14
21
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 225
5.4 mi·7 min·SR 225
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
23
Merge onto I 76
12 mi·12 min·I 76
24
Continue on I 80
4.0 mi·4 min·I 80
25
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi·8 min·I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·39 sec
27
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Market Street
28
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft·2 sec·Central Square
29
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 15-minute drive, starting early can help you avoid any potential traffic. Since it's a manageable 105.5 miles, you won't need to split it into overnights. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 38.6 miles on I-77, so consider fueling up before you embark to ensure you have enough gas for that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical trip. Keep an eye on your GPS as you transition between I-77 and Atlantic Boulevard Northeast before merging onto I-76 to ensure you stay on the most direct path.
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 52.8 miles from Powell, OH, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.6 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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.8 miles or 1h 6m 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 51m
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 Powell, 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 Powell, OH
This is one driving day of about 105.5 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Powell, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 38.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.8 mi from Powell, OH
· 1h 6m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
30 mi from route
~75 min detour
Free
near mile 83.7
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.7
0
$11.08
$5.06
Efficient EV
26.4
0
$9.23
$4.22
EV Truck/SUV
42.2
0
$14.77
$6.75
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Powell, OH
Late night
in Powell on Saturday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Late night
in Youngstown on Saturday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Plain, OH
53 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
19 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
2h 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 Powell, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 105.5 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Atlantic Boulevard Northeast, I 76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.8 miles from Powell, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.37 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 19 significant decision points across 105.5 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: at 9.6 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Powell, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
