Trip from Youngstown, OH to Hamilton, OH

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Drive Time

5h 14m

Distance

273.7 mi

440 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 1m ★

6 AM

5h 14m

8 AM

5h 41m

10 AM

5h 24m

12 PM

5h 21m

3 PM

5h 25m

5 PM

5h 40m

8 PM

5h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 273.7-mile journey from Youngstown, OH, to Hamilton, OH, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 14 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a highway-focused drive through the heart of the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $42, this route is efficient and straightforward. It's a practical option for a quick trip, allowing you to cover significant ground without needing an overnight stop.

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

136.8 miles from Youngstown, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 93% of the drive utilizing major interstates like I-71 and I-76, along with the Kenmore Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 183.5 miles on I-71, offering a consistent pace. This profile suggests a focus on covering distance efficiently rather than winding scenic byways. The character of the drive is largely about steady progress on well-maintained, high-speed roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 183.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 273.7 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

50.6 mi into trip | ~59m in | I 76 / Kenmore Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 West: Barberton

70.4 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in

Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 1A Toward I 71 South: Columbus

173.5 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | I 71

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

255.1 mi into trip | ~4h 46m in

Take the exit toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 25 Toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason

257.4 mi into trip | ~4h 51m in | US 42

Turn sharp left onto US 42

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

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 Hamilton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mason along the way.

Mason

255.1 mi in | ~4h 46m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	183.5 mi	3h 20m
I 76	39.2 mi	44m
Kenmore Expressway	19.8 mi	24m
Butler County Veterans Highway	9.3 mi	10m
I 80	4.6 mi	5m
Wickliffe Expressway	4.6 mi	6m
Kings Mills Road	2 mi	3m
Mason Road	1.9 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 183.5 mi, about 3h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Hamilton, OH.

Start on Central Square

123 ft · 9 sec · Central Square

Continue on Central Square

340 ft · 14 sec · Central Square

Turn straight onto Market Street

0.5 mi · 50 sec · Market Street

Turn right onto West Woodland Avenue

230 ft · 4 sec · West Woodland Avenue

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Merge onto I 680

1.5 mi · 2 min · South Shore Expressway

Continue on I 680

4.6 mi · 6 min · Wickliffe Expressway

Merge onto I 80

4.6 mi · 5 min · I 80

Continue on I 76

39 mi · 44 min · I 76

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

20 mi · 24 min · Kenmore Expressway

Toward I 76 West: Barberton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 2 min

Exit 1A Toward I 71 South: Columbus Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 71

102 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

82 mi · 1 hr 29 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Exit 25 Toward SR 741 North: Kings Mills Road, Mason Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto SR 741

2.0 mi · 3 min · Kings Mills Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn sharp left onto US 42

0.2 mi · 15 sec · US 42

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 42

1.5 mi · 2 min · US 42

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn right onto West Main Street

0.3 mi · 29 sec · West Main Street

Turn right onto Mason Road

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Mason Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto Mason Road

177 ft · 3 sec · Mason Road

Continue on Mason Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Mason Road

Use the left lane.

Enter roundabout onto Mason Road

82 ft · 1 sec · Mason Road

Continue on Mason Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Mason Road

Continue on Liberty Way

0.8 mi · 1 min · Liberty Way

Turn right onto Cox Lane

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Cox Lane

Use the right lane.

Enter roundabout onto Veterans Boulevard

302 ft · 6 sec · Veterans Boulevard

Continue on Veterans Boulevard

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Veterans Boulevard

Continue on Butler County Veterans Highway

9.3 mi · 10 min · Butler County Veterans Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on SR 129

1.7 mi · 3 min · High Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on SR 129; SR 177

228 ft · 15 sec · High Street

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

SR 129; SR 177

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour duration, starting early will give you ample time to reach Hamilton without feeling rushed. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for brief breaks as needed, especially during the 183.5-mile segment on I-71. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $42 estimate is based on the entire trip. Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best, but an early start is always a good bet for interstates.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 136.8 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 2h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183.5 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 136.8 miles or 2h 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 4h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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 273.7 miles and 5h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Youngstown, OH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 183.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 136.8 mi from Youngstown, OH · 2h 37m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

137 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

Mansfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mansfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 136.8 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183.5 miles.

Arriving in Hamilton, OH

The final approach into Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, OH.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.48 one way

$84.95 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$47.14	$94.29
premium	$4.91	$52.90	$105.79
diesel	$5.61	$60.43	$120.86

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: 95.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	82.1	1	$28.74	$13.14
Efficient EV	68.4	0	$23.95	$10.95
EV Truck/SUV	109.5	1	$38.32	$17.52

Gas CO2

96 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Youngstown, OH

Morning in Youngstown on Wednesday

Local time

8:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hamilton, OH

Morning in Hamilton on Wednesday

Local time

8:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Mansfield, OH

137 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

16 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

5h 14m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Youngstown, OH to Hamilton, OH covers 273.7 miles and takes about 5h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, I 76, Kenmore 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 136.8 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 $42.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Youngstown, OH to Hamilton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mason along the way.

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Trip from Youngstown, OH to Hamilton, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hamilton, OH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Youngstown, OH

Hamilton, OH

Same local time

16 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 14m on the road

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