Origin
Akron, OH
Morning in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
9:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Akron, OH to Barnesville, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barnesville, OH
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Akron to Barnesville is 97 miles and takes about 2 hours 7 minutes via Akron Expressway and US 250, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Ohio for its entirety. Expect a mixed drive that's manageable for a single day, offering a straightforward connection between these two Ohio communities. It's a practical route for getting from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Expressway | 44.9 mi | 51m |
| US 250 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Johnson Avenue | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| Hendrysburg Freeport Road | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Freeport Tippecanoe Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Barnesville Hendrysburg Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Smyrna Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Freeport Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Akron Expressway
— 44.9 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Barnesville, OH.
1
Start on West Bowery Street
72 ft
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7 sec
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West Bowery Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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South Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto East Mill Street
13 ft
·
0 sec
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East Mill Street
4
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
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1 min
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East Mill Street
5
Continue on South Forge Street
0.2 mi
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28 sec
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South Forge Street
6
Turn right onto SR 18
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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East Market Street
7
Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Goodkirk Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward SR 8 South
9
Merge onto SR 8
45 mi
·
51 min
·
Akron Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
US 250
11
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
13
Continue on SR 800
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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SR 800
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 800
495 ft
·
8 sec
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Center Street
15
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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Jewett Avenue
16
Turn left onto SR 800
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
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Taylor Avenue
17
Turn slight right onto SR 800
11 mi
·
15 min
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Johnson Avenue
18
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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Davis Street
19
Continue on SR 800
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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Freeport Tippecanoe Road
20
Continue on SR 800
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Cemetery Hill Road
21
Continue on SR 800
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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East Main Street
22
Turn left onto SR 800
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
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South Philadelphia Street
23
Continue on SR 800
174 ft
·
2 sec
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Philadelphia Street
24
Continue on SR 800
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Smyrna Road
25
Merge onto US 22; SR 800
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
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Cadiz-Piedmont Road
26
Continue on US 22; SR 800
500 ft
·
13 sec
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Cadiz Road
27
Turn sharp left onto SR 800
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Freeport Road
28
Continue on SR 800
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
Hendrysburg Freeport Road
29
Continue on SR 800
360 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hendrysburg Freeport Road
30
Continue on SR 800
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Barnesville Hendrysburg Road
31
Continue on SR 800
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Bond Avenue
32
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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North Chestnut Street
33
Turn left
209 ft
·
15 sec
34
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this route is just over 2 hours, you have plenty of flexibility with departure times. Leaving Akron in the morning means you could easily reach Barnesville by lunchtime. The longest stretch without a major road change is under 45 miles, so you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops, though keeping an eye on your gauge is always wise, especially as you move onto US 250. With a fuel cost estimate of around $15, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.5 miles from Akron, OH, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.9 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barnesville, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Akron, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Akron, OH
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Akron, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Akron Expressway for about 44.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.5 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 56.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Mill Street
Enter roundabout onto East Mill Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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Goodkirk Street
Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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SR 8 / Akron Expressway
Merge onto SR 8 / Akron Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
56.3 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
|
US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, N...
6
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
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US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.05 one way
$30.11 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
| premium | $4.91 | $18.75 | $37.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Barnesville, OH
Morning in Barnesville on Tuesday
Local time
9:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 59% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the Akron Expressway, which can take you as far as 44.9 miles uninterrupted, providing a good pace. As you transition to roads like US 250, the character of the drive will likely change, offering a different feel compared to the initial highway segments. It’s not a monotonous interstate cruise, nor is it a purely rural backroad journey, but rather a blend that keeps things interesting without being overly demanding.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.9 mi on Akron Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Mill Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Mill Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (Goodkirk Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (SR 8 / Akron Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Akron, OH to Barnesville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
56.3 mi in
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~1h 6m
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via US 250; SR 800
About the Cities
Starting in Akron, OH
Full guide →Akron is a city of almost 200,000 people (2019) in the Northeast Ohio region in Summit County. Akron is proud of its heritage as a center of industry, and now offers visitors a wide range of recreational and cultural attractions, food experiences, and shopping.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 97 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.9 miles on Akron Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Barnesville, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Mill Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (Goodkirk Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (SR 8 / Akron Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Barnesville, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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