The drive from South Amherst, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 93.7 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ohio Turnpike, I 680, I 80 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 77.4 miles on Ohio Turnpike.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from South Amherst, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 93.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 47m highway drive covering 93.7 miles, with most of the trip on Ohio Turnpike and I 680. The longest continuous stretch is about 77.4 miles on Ohio Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 77.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 680. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.3 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.1 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 80, I 90: Cleveland, Toledo, Ohio Turnpike
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80, I 90: Cleveland, Toledo, Ohio Turn...
6
14.2 mi into trip|~17m in|I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
81.3 mi into trip|~1h 29m 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
82.2 mi into trip|~1h 31m 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...
5
82.5 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 East: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: 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 South Amherst, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 18: Youngstown along the way.
Cr 18: Youngstown
82.2 mi in|~1h 31m|via I 80
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
77.4 mi
1h 22m
I 680
5.9 mi
8m
I 80
5.6 mi
7m
West Main Street
1.3 mi
1m
Telegraph Road
1.1 mi
1m
Leavitt Road
0.7 mi
1m
Market Street
0.6 mi
<1m
Leonard Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 77.4 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Amherst, OH and Youngstown, OH.
1
Start on Leonard Street
235 ft·10 sec·Leonard Street
2
Turn right onto SR 113
1.3 mi·1 min·West Main Street
3
Continue on SR 113
1.1 mi·1 min·Telegraph Road
4
Turn left onto SR 58
0.7 mi·1 min·Leavitt Road
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 80, I 90: Cleveland, Toledo, Ohio Turnpike
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
7
Merge onto I 80; I 90
1.1 mi·1 min·Ohio Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi·9 min·Ohio Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto I 80
0.9 mi·1 min·I 80
Exit 218Toward I 80 EastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
0.3 mi·32 sec·I 80
Toward I 80 East, CR 18: Youngstown, Mahoning Avenue
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
4.5 mi·5 min·I 80
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 680
5.9 mi·8 min·I 680
Toward I 680: Youngstown
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·39 sec
15
Turn sharp left onto Market Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Market Street
16
Keep slight right at fork onto Central Square
124 ft·2 sec·Central Square
17
Arrive at destination
Central Square
Trip Plan
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 46.9 miles from South Amherst, OH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.4 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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 52m 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 24m
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 South Amherst, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Amherst, OH
This is one driving day of about 93.7 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from South Amherst, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 77.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.9 mi from South Amherst, OH
· 52m into the drive
The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from South Amherst, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.4 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.54 one way
$29.08 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$16.14
$32.28
premium
$4.91
$18.11
$36.22
diesel
$5.61
$20.69
$41.38
Estimated Tolls: $3.86
Ohio Turnpike
(77.4 mi)$3.86
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
$15
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.1
0
$9.84
$4.50
Efficient EV
23.4
0
$8.20
$3.75
EV Truck/SUV
37.5
0
$13.12
$6.00
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
South Amherst, OH
Morning
in South Amherst on Saturday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Youngstown, OH
Morning
in Youngstown on Saturday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
18 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 47m 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 South Amherst, OH to Youngstown, OH covers 93.7 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, I 680, I 80. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.9 miles from South Amherst, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.54 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.3 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from South Amherst, OH to Youngstown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 18: Youngstown 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
