4th & State
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm
+16142245461
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Drive Time
5h 8m
Distance
267.4 mi
430 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beckett Ridge, OH
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The drive from Youngstown, OH to Beckett Ridge, OH covers 267.4 miles and takes about 5h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, I 76, Kenmore Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 185.5 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
133.7 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 185.5 mi | 3h 22m |
| I 76 | 39.2 mi | 44m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Tylersville Road | 7.4 mi | 13m |
| I 80 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Shore Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Lesourdsville West Chester Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Beckett Ridge, OH.
Start on Central Square
Continue on Central Square
Turn straight onto Market Street
Turn right onto West Woodland Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 680
Continue on I 680
Merge onto I 80
Continue on I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
Take the exit
Merge onto I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Take the exit
Turn right onto Innovation Way
Turn left onto Western Row Road
Continue on Tylersville Road
Turn left onto Lesourdsville West Chester Road
Enter roundabout onto Beckett Ridge Boulevard
Continue on Beckett Ridge Boulevard
Turn right onto Saint Andrews Drive
Turn left onto Eagle Nest Court
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 59 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.7 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beckett Ridge, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Youngstown, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Youngstown, OH
This is one driving day of about 267.4 miles and 5h 8m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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.
A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 133.7 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 185.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Columbus, Ohio
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm
+16142245461
Haveli Bistro
Columbus, Ohio
Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
Columbus, Ohio
Top Coffee Stop
Columbus, Ohio
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm
+16146622212
Cure Coffee and Cocktails
Columbus, Ohio
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm
+16142245461
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+16148675008
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+16146213287
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 4–10 pm
+16147453397
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Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+13307460393
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 9 am–2 pm
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+16145250573
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Mansfield, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+14198841811
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm
+16146622212
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
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Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
Near the end, ~9 min detour
West Chester Township, Ohio
Hours: 6 am–7 pm
+15137552288
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Youngstown, Ohio
Near the start, right off the route
Youngstown, Ohio
+18332172197
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Youngstown, Ohio
+18332172197
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Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
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Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
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Kent, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
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Youngstown, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Girard, Ohio
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Ohio
Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm
+16142025197
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5 decision points cluster between mile 50.6 and 265.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Innovation Way, Western Row Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Lesourdsville West Chester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$41.50 one way
$83.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $46.06 | $92.12 |
| premium | $4.91 | $51.68 | $103.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.04 | $118.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.2 | 0 | $28.08 | $12.84 |
| Efficient EV | 66.9 | 0 | $23.40 | $10.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107 | 1 | $37.44 | $17.11 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Youngstown on Saturday
Local time
2:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Beckett Ridge on Saturday
Local time
2:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
68°F
Mansfield, OH
134 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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267.4 mi in 5h 8m, mostly highway — 185.5 mi of that is on I 71.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.6 miles in near I 76 / Kenmore Expressway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 267.4 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 50.6 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.5 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 8m. Total distance: 267.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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