Skip to main content
US Trip Planner Logo
US Trip Planner

Trip from Akron, OH to Fredericktown, OH

Pin this trip

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 38m

Distance

81 mi

130 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 31m ★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
Downtown Fredericktown, OH, OH

Fredericktown, OH

Valeriia Miller

Trip Overview

This straightforward 81-mile journey from Akron to Fredericktown, Ohio, can easily be completed in under two hours, making it an ideal day trip. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with 93% of the drive on high-speed roads, offering a quick and efficient transit through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this trip is budget-friendly for a single day's adventure. You'll be on the road for about 1 hour and 38 minutes, with the longest stretch on I-71 covering 39.4 miles. This drive is all about getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.5 miles from Akron, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 71 39.4 mi 42m
Kenmore Expressway 19.8 mi 24m
SR 13 15.3 mi 18m
Innerbelt 1.8 mi 2m
I 76 1 mi 1m
Waterford Road 0.5 mi 1m
North Main Street 0.4 mi <1m
Salem Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 71 — 39.4 mi, about 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Fredericktown, OH.

1

Start on West Bowery Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · West Bowery Street
2

Turn right onto West Center Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · West Center Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto SR 59

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Rand Avenue
4

Turn straight onto SR 59

1.8 mi · 2 min · Innerbelt
5

Merge onto I 76; I 77

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 76; I 77
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

20 mi · 24 min · Kenmore Expressway
Toward I 76 West: Barberton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 2 min
Exit 1A Toward I 71 South: Columbus Use the slight right lane.
8

Merge onto I 71

39 mi · 42 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 56 sec
Exit 169 Toward SR 13: Bellville, Mansfield Use the slight right lane.
10

Turn left onto SR 13

15 mi · 18 min · SR 13
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn left onto Waterford Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Waterford Road
12

Continue on Salem Avenue

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Salem Avenue
13

Turn right onto SR 95

0.4 mi · 51 sec · North Main Street
14

Turn left onto East 2nd Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · East 2nd Street
15

At end of road, turn right onto North Edgehill Drive

215 ft · 9 sec · North Edgehill Drive
16

Arrive at destination

North Edgehill Drive

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 38-minute duration and 81-mile distance, this trip offers great flexibility. You can depart anytime that suits you, and with only 0 planned stops, you can decide on breaks as you go. The longest stretch of 39.4 miles on I-71 means you can easily plan for a brief stop before or after this segment if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel; while the estimated cost is only $13, it's always wise to top off before heading out, especially since the route is predominantly highway driving. This makes it easy to manage your time and resources effectively on your way to Fredericktown.

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 40.5 miles from Akron, OH, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.4 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 18 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.5 miles or 49m 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 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredericktown, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Akron, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Akron, OH

This is one driving day of about 81 miles and 1h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Akron, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 39.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Ashland, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ashland, OH

41 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

Wadsworth, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashland, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.5 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 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 63.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | SR 59 / Rand Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto SR 59 / Rand Avenue

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

7
3.3 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 76 / Kenmore Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 West: Barberton
7
23.1 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 1A Toward I 71 South: Columbus
5
24.4 mi into trip | ~32m in | I 71

Merge onto I 71

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
63.8 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward SR 13: Bellville, Mansfield

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 169 Toward SR 13: Bellville, Mansfield

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.57 one way

$25.14 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $13.95 $27.90
premium $4.91 $15.65 $31.31
diesel $5.61 $17.88 $35.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.3 0 $8.50 $3.89
Efficient EV 20.3 0 $7.09 $3.24
EV Truck/SUV 32.4 0 $11.34 $5.18

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Akron, OH

Morning in Akron on Tuesday

Local time

6:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 9 mph 60% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 5:16PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 4:58PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Destination

Fredericktown, OH

Morning in Fredericktown on Tuesday

Local time

6:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Ashland, OH

41 mi in

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

13 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 38m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 81-mile trip. You'll spend the bulk of your time on I-71 and Kenmore Expressway, which account for the 93% highway share of this route. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a solid 39.4 miles on I-71, allowing for steady progress. While SR 13 offers a slight change of pace, the overall personality of this drive is efficient and direct, designed for covering ground rather than lingering on scenic overlooks. It's a practical drive that prioritizes getting you to Fredericktown.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.4 mi on I 71.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Kenmore Expressway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 59 / Rand Avenue.

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 81 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.4 miles (SR 59 / Rand Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.3 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

On the drive from Akron, OH to Fredericktown, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.

Mansfield

63.8 mi in | ~1h 14m

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 1h 38m. Total distance: 81 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 39.4 miles on I 71. 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 Fredericktown, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SR 59 / Rand Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.3 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fredericktown, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

More from Akron, OH

Ironton, OH 242.1 mi · 4h 50m Batavia, OH 236.9 mi · 4h 30m Franklin Furnace, OH 229.3 mi · 4h 36m Elmwood Place, OH 226.8 mi · 4h 18m Union City, OH 226.8 mi · 4h 31m Amberley, OH 223.3 mi · 4h 12m

More trips to Fredericktown, OH

Cincinnati, OH 161.2 mi Youngstown, OH 128.3 mi Dayton, OH 123.4 mi Cleveland, OH 97.5 mi Lorain, OH 90.8 mi Parma, OH 87.2 mi
Escape planner: Akron, OH Scenic drives in OH

Explore more options from Akron, OH or browse trips ending in Fredericktown, OH.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OH road trips.