How far is Pataskala, OH from Youngstown, OH?
The driving distance from Pataskala, OH to Youngstown, OH is about 177 miles (284.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Wayne County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pataskala and Youngstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pataskala and Youngstown.
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Start on Jefferson Street
9 m · 4 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto East Depot Street
70 m · 12 sec · East Depot Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2776 ft · 48 sec · South Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Broad Street
602 ft · 11 sec · East Broad Street
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Turn left onto Hazelton-Etna Road Southwest
4.8 mi · 7 min · Hazelton-Etna Road Southwest
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Continue on Hazelton-Etna Road Northwest
1854 ft · 33 sec · Hazelton-Etna Road Northwest
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Continue on Hazelton Etna Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · Hazelton Etna Road
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Turn left onto Johnstown-Alexandria Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Johnstown-Alexandria Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South 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 Pataskala 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 Pataskala 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 Pataskala to Youngstown?
The road trip is about 177 miles (284.8 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
West Salem is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.2 miles from Pataskala and 90.8 miles from Youngstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.1 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 12:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.16 one way or $46.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Pataskala and Chance Rain Showers near Youngstown.
Stop Ideas Near West Salem
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Salem.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pataskala and Youngstown. Straight-line distance: 130.84 mi (210.57 km).
#1 Pataskala
City in Licking County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 16,010 |
| Coordinates | 39.9956200, -82.6743300 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| 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: 285 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
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 | $23.16 | $46.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $26.51 | $53.03 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $29.94 | $59.88 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $26.90 | $53.80 |
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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