Origin
Youngstown, OH
Late night in Youngstown on Saturday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Youngstown, OH to Alexander, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexander, OH
SHVETS production
Trip Overview
The drive from Youngstown, OH to Alexander, OH covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 15m 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 80, Wickliffe Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.8 miles on Ohio Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 15m highway drive covering 59.9 miles, with most of the trip on Ohio Turnpike and I 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.8 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 19 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 37.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 80. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in near I 80.
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 59.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 10.9 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.4 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 42.9 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
10.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 80
Take the exit onto I 80 toward I 80 West, I 76 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80 West, I 76 East
5
11.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 West: Cleveland
4
42.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
49.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward SR 8: Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 180
Toward SR 8: Akron
8
50.4 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 8 North: Northfield, Macedonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 8 North: Northfield, Macedonia
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 Youngstown, OH to Alexander, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Macedonia along the way.
Macedonia
50.4 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 37.8 mi | 40m |
| I 80 | 5 mi | 6m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Valley View Road | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Akron Expressway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Northfield Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Shore Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 37.8 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Alexander, OH.
1
Start on Central Square
123 ft
·
9 sec
·
Central Square
2
Continue on Central Square
340 ft
·
14 sec
·
Central Square
3
Turn straight onto Market Street
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Market Street
4
Turn right onto West Woodland Avenue
230 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Woodland Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
6
Merge onto I 680
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Shore Expressway
7
Continue on I 680
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Wickliffe Expressway
8
Merge onto I 80
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
9
Take the exit onto I 80
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
Toward I 80 West, I 76 East
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
Toward I 80 West: Cleveland
11
Merge onto I 80
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 180
Toward SR 8: Akron
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward SR 8 North: Northfield, Macedonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto SR 8
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Akron Expressway
16
Continue on SR 8
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Northfield Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto CH 25
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Valley View Road
18
Continue on Canal Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Canal Road
19
Arrive at destination
Canal Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Youngstown, OH · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alexander, OH
The final approach into Alexander, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.30 one way
$18.59 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.32 | $20.63 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.58 | $23.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.89
Ohio Turnpike
(37.8 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: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Alexander, OH
Late night in Alexander on Saturday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Hiram, OH
30 mi in
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 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 Youngstown, OH to Alexander, OH covers 59.9 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, I 80, Wickliffe Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Youngstown, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.30 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 59.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 10.9 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.4 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 42.9 miles (I 80 / Ohio Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Youngstown, OH to Alexander, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Macedonia 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.
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