How far is Johnstown, OH from Youngstown, OH?
The driving distance from Johnstown, OH to Youngstown, OH is about 161.1 miles (259.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnstown and Youngstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnstown and Youngstown.
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Start on West Coshocton Street
32 m · 10 sec · West Coshocton Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
2950 ft · 38 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Johnstown-Alexandria Road
10.6 mi · 12 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
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Turn straight onto Morning Street
126 m · 13 sec · Morning Street
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Turn left onto Cherry Street
791 ft · 16 sec · Cherry Street
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Turn right onto Columbus Street
2367 ft · 1 min · Columbus Street
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Continue on State Route 61
4.3 mi · 6 min · State Route 61
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 61
89 m · 5 sec · State Route 61
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 61
4.4 mi · 6 min · State Route 61
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Take the ramp right toward Cleveland
1859 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
68.6 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
39.2 mi · 44 min
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Continue straight
4 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 680: Youngstown
5.9 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1304 ft · 39 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Market Street
3144 ft · 59 sec · Market Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Square
38 m · 2 sec · Central Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnstown and Youngstown.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Cleveland
Merge slight left
68.6 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Johnstown and Chance Rain Showers near Youngstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnstown to Youngstown?
The road trip is about 161.1 miles (259.3 km) and usually takes 02h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Congress is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.4 miles from Johnstown and 80.8 miles from Youngstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 36 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.08 one way or $42.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Johnstown and Chance Rain Showers near Youngstown.
Stop Ideas Near Congress
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Elyria
Cleveland Lakefront station
Alliance
Sandusky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnstown and Youngstown. Straight-line distance: 125.17 mi (201.44 km).
#1 Johnstown
Village in Licking County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 5,127 |
| Coordinates | 40.1536700, -82.6851700 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Youngstown
The most populous city in Mahoning County, Ohio.
| Population | 63,828 |
| Coordinates | 41.0997800, -80.6495200 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central Square (-80.649441, 41.09972)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $21.08 | $42.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $24.14 | $48.27 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $27.26 | $54.51 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $24.49 | $48.98 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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