Trip from Youngstown, OH to Springfield, OH

Data updated 28 minutes ago

Drive Time

4h 6m

Distance

210.8 mi

339 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

3h 53m ★

6 AM

4h 6m

8 AM

4h 33m

10 AM

4h 16m

12 PM

4h 13m

3 PM

4h 17m

5 PM

4h 31m

8 PM

3h 59m

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 210.8-mile drive from Youngstown, OH, to Springfield, OH, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 6 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 89% of the drive on major roads like I-71 and I-76, making it an efficient trip across the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $33, it's an economical option for a day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so plan for a smooth, albeit highway-centric, experience. This trip is ideal for those looking for a direct path between two points within Ohio.

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

105.4 miles from Youngstown, OH

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

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 210.8-mile trip, with 89% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 78 miles on I-71, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While primarily interstate, the route does incorporate US 36, potentially offering a slight change in scenery and speed as you transition. This drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, prioritizing speed over winding backroads. The overall feel is one of steady progress across the Ohio landscape.

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

There are about 29 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 78 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 19 significant decision points across 210.8 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 71.7 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 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

71.7 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | I 71

Merge onto I 71

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

149.6 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 131 Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware

176.7 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in | US 36; SR 4

Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4 toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfi...

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 Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.

Delaware

149.6 mi in | ~2h 49m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	78 mi	1h 23m
I 76	39.2 mi	44m
US 36	34.9 mi	42m
Kenmore Expressway	19.8 mi	24m
Marysville Road	14.3 mi	16m
State Route 37 East	5.8 mi	7m
I 80	4.6 mi	5m
Wickliffe Expressway	4.6 mi	6m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 78 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown, OH and Springfield, 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

78 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Exit 131 Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto US 36; SR 37

5.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 37 East

Continue on US 36; SR 37

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sunbury Road

Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521

2.4 mi · 2 min · East William Street

Continue on US 36

14 mi · 16 min · Marysville Road

Take the exit onto US 36

3.3 mi · 4 min · US 36

Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 36; SR 4

Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield

Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4

31 mi · 38 min · US 36; SR 4

Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield

Turn straight onto SR 4

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Mitchell Boulevard

Turn left onto SR 4

0.2 mi · 21 sec · North Belmont Avenue

Turn right onto SR 4

1.0 mi · 1 min · Lagonda Avenue

Turn right onto SR 4

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Warder Street

Continue on US 40; SR 4; SR 41

0.5 mi · 59 sec · East North Street

Turn left onto North Fountain Avenue

0.3 mi · 45 sec · North Fountain Avenue

Turn left onto East High Street

476 ft · 22 sec · East High Street

Turn left onto South Limestone Street

364 ft · 7 sec · South Limestone Street

Arrive at destination

South Limestone Street

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 4-hour and 6-minute duration for this 210.8-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. Consider an early morning start to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially on I-71. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch being 78 miles, you can easily break up the drive for fuel or a quick rest. The projected fuel cost of $33 is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your gauge, particularly before heading into longer interstate stretches. A practical tip is to ensure your GPS is updated for I-76 and I-71, as these are the primary arteries for most of this journey.

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 105.4 miles from Youngstown, OH, or about 2h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78 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 105.4 miles or 2h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, 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 210.8 miles and 4h 6m.

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 78 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 105.4 mi from Youngstown, OH · 2h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

105 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 105.4 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 78 miles.

Arriving in Springfield, OH

The final approach into Springfield, 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 Springfield, OH.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.72 one way

$65.43 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$36.31	$72.62
premium	$4.91	$40.74	$81.48
diesel	$5.61	$46.54	$93.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	63.2	0	$22.13	$10.12
Efficient EV	52.7	0	$18.45	$8.43
EV Truck/SUV	84.3	1	$29.51	$13.49

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Youngstown, OH

Morning in Youngstown on Wednesday

Local time

8:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, OH

Morning in Springfield on Wednesday

Local time

8:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Mansfield, OH

105 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

9 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

4h 6m 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 Springfield, OH covers 210.8 miles and takes about 4h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, I 76, US 36. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 105.4 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 $32.72 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 Springfield, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.

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Trip from Youngstown, OH to Springfield, 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 Springfield, OH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Youngstown, OH

Springfield, OH

Same local time

9 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 6m on the road

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