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Trip from Youngstown, OH to New Franklin, OH

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 13m

Distance

58.6 mi

94 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 7m ★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m

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

Downtown New Franklin, OH, OH

New Franklin, OH

Matt Weissinger

Trip Overview

This straightforward, 58.6-mile drive from Youngstown, OH to New Franklin, OH is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-76 and I-77, this highway-focused journey will cost an estimated $9 in fuel. Given its relatively short length and efficient route, you won't need to worry about overnight stops. The route keeps you within the Midwest region, offering a practical way to cover ground without significant detours. Consider this drive when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 58.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect an 88% highway experience on this route, making it a primarily fast-paced drive. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 36 miles on I-76, allowing for consistent travel. The journey is characterized by its highway focus, meaning you'll spend most of your time on major interstates. While not explicitly scenic, the efficiency of the interstate system allows for a predictable and direct passage through the Ohio landscape. This drive is built for covering distance quickly rather than for leisurely exploration.

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.
I 76 is the longest continuous segment at about 36 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and I 77. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 48 miles in near I 77.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 58.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 48 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.1 miles (South Arlington Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

5
48 mi into trip | ~56m in | I 77

Merge onto I 77

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
52.8 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward Arlington Road

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 120 Toward Arlington Road
5
53.1 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | South Arlington Road

Turn right onto South Arlington Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
53.8 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in | SR 619 / East Turkeyfoot Lake Road

Turn right onto SR 619 / East Turkeyfoot Lake Road

Navigation decision point

5
55.4 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | South Main Street

Turn left onto South Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 76 36 mi 39m
I 77 4.8 mi 6m
I 80 4.6 mi 5m
Wickliffe Expressway 4.6 mi 6m
South Main Street 2.9 mi 4m
East Turkeyfoot Lake Road 1.6 mi 2m
South Shore Expressway 1.5 mi 2m
South Arlington Road 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 76 — 36 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and New Franklin, 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

4.6 mi · 5 min · I 80
9

Continue on I 76

36 mi · 39 min · I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
11

Merge onto I 77

4.8 mi · 6 min · I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Exit 120 Toward Arlington Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Turn right onto South Arlington Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Arlington Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14

Turn right onto SR 619

1.6 mi · 2 min · East Turkeyfoot Lake Road
15

Turn left onto South Main Street

2.9 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
Use the left lane.
16

Turn right onto West Nimisila Road

0.4 mi · 53 sec · West Nimisila Road
17

Arrive at destination

West Nimisila Road

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 29.3 mi from Youngstown, OH · 34m into the drive

township of Ohio

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brimfield, OH

29 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

Austintown, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brimfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.3 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New Franklin, OH

The final approach into New Franklin, 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

$9.09 one way

$18.19 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $10.09 $20.19
premium $4.91 $11.33 $22.65
diesel $5.61 $12.94 $25.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 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 17.6 0 $6.15 $2.81
Efficient EV 14.7 0 $5.13 $2.34
EV Truck/SUV 23.4 0 $8.20 $3.75

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Youngstown, OH

Night in Youngstown on Thursday

Local time

9:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Franklin, OH

Night in New Franklin on Thursday

Local time

9:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Brimfield, OH

29 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

8 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 13m 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 New Franklin, OH covers 58.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 76, I 77, 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 29.3 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 $9.09 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 58.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 48 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.1 miles (South Arlington Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Youngstown, OH to New Franklin, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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