This 74.4-mile drive from Akron to Oak Hill, OH, is a manageable journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with about 45% of your travel on highways, making for a varied experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $12, a modest expense for the distance covered. The drive traverses the Midwest region, offering a glimpse into the varied landscapes of Ohio. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.2 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 585
16.6 mi
24m
South Columbus Road
13.5 mi
15m
South Market Street
8.3 mi
10m
Kenmore Expressway
7.3 mi
10m
Danville-Jelloway Road
6.9 mi
10m
SR 3
5.5 mi
6m
SR 21
3.1 mi
3m
Akron Road
2.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
SR 585
— 16.6 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Oak Hill, 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
7.3 mi·10 min·Kenmore Expressway
Toward I 76 West: BarbertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·42 sec
Exit 13AToward SR 21 South: MassillonUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto SR 21
3.1 mi·3 min·SR 21
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward SR 585: WoosterUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto SR 585
17 mi·24 min·SR 585
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 585
105 ft·1 sec·Akron Road
12
Continue on SR 585
2.9 mi·3 min·Akron Road
13
Continue on East Bowman Street
1.0 mi·1 min·East Bowman Street
14
Turn left onto North Bever Street
0.4 mi·51 sec·North Bever Street
15
Turn right onto SR 302
0.5 mi·1 min·East Liberty Street
16
Turn left onto South Columbus Road
13 mi·15 min·South Columbus Road
17
Continue on SR 3
5.5 mi·6 min·SR 3
18
Turn left onto SR 3; SR 60
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Union Street
19
Turn right onto SR 3; SR 39
0.2 mi·17 sec·East Main Street
20
Turn left onto SR 3
8.3 mi·10 min·South Market Street
21
Turn left onto SR 205
6.7 mi·10 min·Danville-Jelloway Road
22
At end of road, turn right onto SR 205; SR 514
0.2 mi·24 sec·Danville-Jelloway Road
23
Continue on SR 205; SR 514
0.8 mi·1 min·North Market Street
24
Continue on US 62
1.4 mi·2 min·Millersburg Road
25
Turn left onto Boeshart Road
1.2 mi·4 min·Boeshart Road
26
At end of road, turn right onto Flat Run Road
0.5 mi·2 min·Flat Run Road
27
Continue on Flat Run Road
0.2 mi·47 sec·Flat Run Road
28
Turn right onto Cavallo Road
84 ft·3 sec·Cavallo Road
29
Arrive at destination
Cavallo Road
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 47-minute drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best, as it's comfortably a single-day trip. With a total distance of 74.4 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $12, budget-wise, this is a straightforward journey. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak traffic in Akron. Since the longest stretch on a single road is 16.6 miles, you won't need to worry about extensive periods without services, but it's always wise to ensure you have enough fuel before departing, especially as you transition onto South Columbus Road and then South Market Street.
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 37.2 miles from Akron, OH, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.6 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 54m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Hill, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Akron, OH
This is one driving day of about 74.4 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Akron, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 585 for about 16.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 54.9 — 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
10.7 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the exit toward SR 21 South: Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 13A
Toward SR 21 South: Massillon
6
14 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward SR 585: Wooster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 585: Wooster
5
54.9 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|SR 3; SR 39 / East Main Street
Turn right onto SR 3; SR 39 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.55 one way
$23.09 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$12.81
$25.63
premium
$4.91
$14.38
$28.76
diesel
$5.61
$16.43
$32.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.3
0
$7.81
$3.57
Efficient EV
18.6
0
$6.51
$2.98
EV Truck/SUV
29.8
0
$10.42
$4.76
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Akron, OH
Morning
in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 12 to 17 mph94% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Oak Hill, OH
Morning
in Oak Hill on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
1h 47m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending highway cruising with more local road navigation. With 45% of the journey on highways, you'll experience some faster stretches, but the overall character leans towards a more connected-to-the-ground feel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.6 miles on SR 585. This means you'll be transitioning between different road types, so keep an eye on your navigation as you move through towns and rural areas.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.6 mi on SR 585.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 59 / Rand Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.4 miles you will encounter 20 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 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 74.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). 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 16.6 miles on SR 585. 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 Oak Hill, 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 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Oak Hill, OH before heading back.
