How far is Youngstown, OH from West Liberty, OH?
The driving distance from Youngstown, OH to West Liberty, OH is about 128.3 miles (206.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 09m 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 34m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ohio, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Youngstown and West Liberty.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Youngstown and West Liberty.
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Start on Central Square
38 m · 10 sec · Central Square
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Continue on Central Square
104 m · 14 sec · Central Square
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Turn straight onto Market Street
2581 ft · 51 sec · Market Street
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Turn right onto West Woodland Avenue
70 m · 5 sec · West Woodland Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
696 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Shore Expressway
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Shore Expressway
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Continue on Wickliffe Expressway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Wickliffe Expressway
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Merge slight right
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
39.2 mi · 44 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
19.8 mi · 24 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Columbus
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
31.7 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
1339 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Mansfield
1983 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
5.1 mi · 6 min · Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Ontario, Crestline
2228 ft · 55 sec
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Turn right onto Lincoln Highway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Highway
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Continue on East Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
2.3 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Highway
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Turn right onto State Route 598
3.8 mi · 5 min · State Route 598
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Continue on State Route 96
673 ft · 12 sec · State Route 96
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Continue on State Route 96
43 m · 3 sec · State Route 96
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Route 96
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Youngstown and West Liberty.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Wickliffe Expressway
Continue straight
39.2 mi · 00h 44m
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 Youngstown and Showers And Thunderstorms near West Liberty.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Youngstown to West Liberty?
The road trip is about 128.3 miles (206.4 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Wadsworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64 miles from Youngstown and 64.2 miles from West Liberty.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.2 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 1:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.78 one way or $33.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Youngstown and Showers And Thunderstorms near West Liberty.
Stop Ideas Near Wadsworth
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Youngstown and West Liberty. Straight-line distance: 112.12 mi (180.44 km).
#1 Youngstown
The most populous city in Mahoning County, Ohio.
| Population | 63,828 |
| Coordinates | 41.0997800, -80.6495200 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Liberty
City in Logan County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 1,785 |
| Coordinates | 40.8622800, -82.7760100 |
| Altitude | 335 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Liberty (-82.77601, 40.86228)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $16.78 | $33.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $19.22 | $38.43 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $21.70 | $43.40 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $19.50 | $38.99 |
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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