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Trip from Akron, OH to Oxford, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 41m
Distance
235.2 mi
379 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
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6 AM
4h 41m
8 AM
5h 8m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Akron, OH
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Oxford, OH
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Trip Overview
Akron to Oxford is 235.2 miles and takes about 4h 41m via I 71, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive that's easy to complete in one day, making it a good option for a quick getaway or a necessary commute. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so expect a consistent pace for the majority of the trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.6 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 176.2 mi | 3h 11m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Oxford Trenton Road | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Greentree Road | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Oxford State Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Trenton Oxford Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| SR 123 | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Hamilton Eaton Road | 2.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 176.2 mi, about 3h 11m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 65 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,905 veh/hr typical · worst 2,549
Quietest
2 AM
~220 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Oxford, OH.
1
Start on West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
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36 sec
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West Bowery Street
2
Turn right onto West Center Street
0.2 mi
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37 sec
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West Center Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59
0.1 mi
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15 sec
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Rand Avenue
4
Turn straight onto SR 59
1.8 mi
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2 min
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Innerbelt
5
Merge onto I 76; I 77
1.0 mi
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1 min
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I 76; I 77
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
20 mi
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24 min
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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
102 mi
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1 hr 51 min
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I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
74 mi
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1 hr 20 min
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I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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37 sec
Exit 32
Toward SR 123: Morrow, Lebanon
11
Turn right onto SR 123
3.8 mi
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6 min
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SR 123
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn right onto South West Street
0.2 mi
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24 sec
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South West Street
13
Continue on Franklin Road
1.6 mi
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3 min
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Franklin Road
14
Continue on C-20
4.8 mi
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6 min
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Greentree Road
Use the left lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto C-20
108 ft
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3 sec
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Greentree Road
16
Continue on C-20
1.4 mi
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3 min
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Greentree Road
17
Turn right onto Cincinnati-Dayton Road
0.1 mi
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22 sec
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Cincinnati-Dayton Road
18
Turn left onto Oxford State Road
5.5 mi
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9 min
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Oxford State Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on SR 73
1.8 mi
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2 min
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East State Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on SR 73
0.7 mi
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58 sec
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Oxford State Road
21
Continue on SR 73
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Trenton Oxford Road
22
Enter roundabout onto SR 73
122 ft
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2 sec
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Trenton Oxford Road
23
Continue on SR 73
3.2 mi
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4 min
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Trenton Oxford Road
24
Merge onto US 127; SR 73
2.6 mi
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2 min
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Hamilton Eaton Road
25
Enter roundabout onto SR 73
247 ft
·
3 sec
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Oxford Trenton Road
26
Continue on SR 73
6.5 mi
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9 min
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Oxford Trenton Road
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 27
191 ft
·
10 sec
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South Patterson Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto East Spring Street
0.7 mi
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2 min
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East Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn left
249 ft
·
19 sec
30
Turn right
55 ft
·
6 sec
31
Turn right
504 ft
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36 sec
32
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 41-minute drive, leaving Akron in the morning will allow you to arrive in Oxford with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can easily make this a single-day trip without feeling rushed. The fuel cost is estimated at $44, so be sure to factor that into your budget. Keep an eye out for the transition from I 71 to Oxford Trenton Road, as this marks the shift from highway to surface streets where your speed will naturally decrease.
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 117.6 miles from Akron, OH, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.2 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 52 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.6 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oxford, 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 235.2 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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 I 71 for about 176.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.6 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 176.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Lee M. Rizor Memorial Highway Rest Area
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Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Dupre Roadside Park
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Lee M. Rizor Memorial Highway Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Warren Interstate 71 Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Warren Interstate 71 Southbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 234.3 — 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
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~1m in
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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
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~5m in
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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
6
126.2 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
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I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
234.3 mi into trip
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~4h 37m in
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US 27 / South Patterson Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 27 / South Patterson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.14 one way
$72.28 round trip
$3.90/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $40.76 | $81.52 |
| premium | $4.99 | $46.18 | $92.36 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $44.41 | $88.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.70 | $11.29 |
| Efficient EV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.58 | $9.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.1 | 1 | $32.93 | $15.05 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Akron, OH
Morning in Akron on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 to 14 mph
95% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Oxford, OH
Morning in Oxford on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 7 to 12 mph
51% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:49AM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 178.4
View on nps.gov
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
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 186.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily interstate driving, with 85% of the 235.2 miles on highways. You'll experience 176.2 miles on I 71 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a more urban feel with frequent exits and merging traffic as you navigate through the Kenmore Expressway section early on. The latter part of the drive on Oxford Trenton Road will likely offer a more rural cruising experience.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 176.2 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Kenmore Expressway. 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 Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 235.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,309 ft
649 ft
Total Climb
891 ft
Total Descent
931 ft
Highest Point
1,309 ft
~67.2 mi in
Elevation Range
660 ft
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 Oxford, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
200.6 mi in
|
~3h 44m
About the Cities
Starting in Akron, OH
Full guide →Founded 1825
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.
Top landmarks
- • Goodyear Airdock — located in Akron, Ohio
- • Akron Public Library — Carnegie library in Akron, Ohio
- • CitiCenter Building — historic building in Akron, Ohio, United States
Arriving in Oxford, OH
Full guide →Founded 1809
Oxford is a small town in Butler County in Southwest Ohio. It is best known for being home to Miami University.
Top landmarks
- • Western College for Women — women's college
- • Elliott and Stoddard Halls — dormitory building in Stoddard: Irvin Drive Oxford, OH
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 4h 41m. Total distance: 235.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 176.2 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 28 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Oxford, 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. There are 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 — Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Oxford, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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