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...
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Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
63.3 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richville, OH
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The drive from Youngstown, OH to Richville, OH covers 63.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast, SR 225, I 76 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.1 miles on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.82 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
31.7 miles from Youngstown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
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This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 63.3 miles, with most of the trip on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast and SR 225. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.1 miles on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Atlantic Boulevard Northeast and SR 225. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.4 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 63.3 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 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 28.3 miles (US 224; SR 225): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 52.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward SR 225: Alliance
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Enter roundabout onto US 224; SR 225
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward 30th Street Northeast, Martindale Road Northeast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto SR 43 / Market Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 627: Richville Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Youngstown, OH and Richville, OH, road signs point toward 30Th Street Northeast and Martindale Road Northeast.
30Th Street Northeast
Martindale Road Northeast
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 15.1 mi | 19m |
| SR 225 | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| I 76 | 11 mi | 11m |
| US 30 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| I 80 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| US 224 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Shore Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Richville, 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
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 225
Enter roundabout onto US 224; SR 225
Continue on US 224; SR 225
Turn left onto SR 225
Take the ramp
Continue on US 62T
Continue on US 62
Continue on US 62
Take the exit
Continue on CR 208
Turn left onto SR 43
Turn slight left onto SR 43
Continue on SR 43
Turn slight left onto SR 43
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 30
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 627
Turn right onto TR 251
Turn right onto Navarre Road Southwest
Arrive at destination
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.
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 63.3 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.7 miles or 40m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richville, 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 63.3 miles and 1h 25m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.7 mi from Youngstown, OH · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 63.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Youngstown, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Richville, 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 Richville, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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.
Regular Gas
$9.82 one way
$19.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.90 | $21.81 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.23 | $24.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.98 | $27.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Youngstown on Wednesday
Local time
12:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Richville on Wednesday
Local time
12:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
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
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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