Origin
Akron, OH
Morning in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Akron, OH to Logan, 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
3h 16m
Distance
151.8 mi
244 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
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6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 25m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Logan, OH
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Trip Overview
Akron to Logan is 151.8 miles and takes about 3h 16m via Akron Expressway and I-77, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Midwest's urban edge into another part of the Midwest, staying within Ohio for the entire journey. It’s a fairly straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it a good option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B. Plan for a single day to cover the distance comfortably, with ample time for any brief stops you might need.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.9 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Expressway | 44.9 mi | 51m |
| I 77 | 36.7 mi | 39m |
| I 70 | 24.2 mi | 26m |
| Maysville Pike | 17.1 mi | 25m |
| Logan Street | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| SR 93 | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| State Route 668 | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| SR 668 | 4.5 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Akron Expressway
— 44.9 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Logan, OH.
1
Start on West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
7 sec
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West Bowery Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
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
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
5
Continue on South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
6
Turn right onto SR 18
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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East Market Street
7
Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
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 left at fork onto I 77
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 77
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 44B
Toward I 70 West: Columbus
12
Merge onto I 70
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 70
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 155
Toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
14
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Elm Street
15
Turn left onto North 7th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
16
Turn right onto US 22; SR 93
356 ft
·
11 sec
·
Marietta Street
17
Turn left onto US 22; SR 93
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Putnam Avenue
18
Turn slight right onto US 22; SR 93
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Maysville Avenue
19
Continue on US 22; SR 93
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Maysville Pike
20
Continue on US 22; SR 668
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Main Street
21
Turn left onto SR 668
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Market Street
22
Continue on SR 668
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 668
23
At end of road, turn left onto SR 37; SR 668
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 37; SR 668
24
At end of road, turn right onto SR 668
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Logan Street
25
Turn slight left onto SR 668
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 668
26
At end of road, turn right onto SR 93
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 93
27
Continue on SR 93
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Hunter Street
Use the sharp left / slight right lanes.
28
Turn left onto SR 93
386 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Mulberry Street
29
Turn right onto East Main Street
58 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
30
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this 3h 16m drive is easily manageable in a single day, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Akron in the morning allows you to reach Logan with plenty of daylight remaining. With a fuel cost estimated around $24, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though major highway services should be readily available. Consider making your primary stop for the day around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, breaking up the 44.9-mile longest stretch on the Akron Expressway.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.9 miles from Akron, OH, or about 1h 27m 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 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.9 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan, 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 151.8 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Akron, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
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
76 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.9 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 215 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 108.1 — 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
83.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 44B
Toward I 70 West: Columbus
6
108.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 155
Toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.56 one way
$47.12 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $26.15 | $52.29 |
| premium | $4.91 | $29.34 | $58.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.52 | $67.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.5 | 0 | $15.94 | $7.29 |
| Efficient EV | 38 | 0 | $13.28 | $6.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.25 | $9.72 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Logan, OH
Morning in Logan on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
1 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
3h 16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with about 80% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-77 and I-70. You'll encounter the Akron Expressway early on, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 44.9 miles. Expect a consistent driving experience, characterized by faster speeds and multiple lanes for most of the journey. While predominantly highway, the transition between these main roads is generally smooth, offering a predictable pace for your travels.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Akron Expressway and I 77. You will hit about 21 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 151.8 miles you will encounter 21 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.
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 3h 16m. Total distance: 151.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Logan, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Logan, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
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.
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