How far is Portage Lakes, OH from Youngstown, OH?
The driving distance from Portage Lakes, OH to Youngstown, OH is about 53.9 miles (86.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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 00h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Portage County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Portage Lakes and Youngstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portage Lakes and Youngstown.
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Start on Sauer Drive
103 m · 21 sec · Sauer Drive
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Turn left onto West Ingleside Drive
834 ft · 42 sec · West Ingleside Drive
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 277 East, US 224 East
1322 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 77 North: Akron
1723 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
132 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Youngstown
1757 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
36.8 mi · 41 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 Portage Lakes and Youngstown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 76 East
Merge slight left
36.8 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Portage Lakes and Showers And Thunderstorms near Youngstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Portage Lakes to Youngstown?
The road trip is about 53.9 miles (86.7 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Edinburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Portage Lakes and 27.1 miles from Youngstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.04 one way or $14.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Portage Lakes and Showers And Thunderstorms near Youngstown.
Stop Ideas Near Edinburg
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 Edinburg.
Alliance
Cleveland Lakefront station
Elyria
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Portage Lakes and Youngstown. Straight-line distance: 46.17 mi (74.3 km).
#1 Portage Lakes
Census-designated place in Summit County, Ohio
| Population | 6,968 |
| Coordinates | 41.0072800, -81.5270600 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| 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: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $9.10 | $18.20 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
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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