Akron to Sebring is 37.8 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I-76 and State Route 14, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, highway-focused drive stays within Ohio's Midwest region, making it a straightforward trip for locals or those passing through. Given its brief duration, it's ideal for a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Plan for a quick journey that bypasses major complexities.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 76
18.9 mi
21m
State Route 14
11.1 mi
16m
North 12th Street
4.4 mi
10m
East Mill Street
0.5 mi
1m
Goodkirk Street
0.4 mi
1m
Akron Expressway
0.4 mi
<1m
East Ohio Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
South Forge Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 76
— 18.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Sebring, OH.
1
Start on West Bowery Street
72 ft·7 sec·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·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·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
0.4 mi·32 sec·Akron Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 1A-BToward I 76 East, I 76 West, I 77 North: Youngstown, Barberton, ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 1AToward I 76 East: YoungstownUse the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 76
19 mi·21 min·I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·58 sec
Exit 43Toward SR 14: AllianceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto SR 14
0.1 mi·14 sec·Cleveland–East Liverpool Road
15
Continue on SR 14
7.6 mi·11 min·State Route 14
16
Enter roundabout onto SR 14
422 ft·10 sec·State Route 14
17
Continue on SR 14
3.4 mi·5 min·State Route 14
18
Turn right onto CR 12
4.4 mi·10 min·North 12th Street
19
Turn right onto East Ohio Avenue
0.3 mi·55 sec·East Ohio Avenue
20
Turn left onto North 15th Street
149 ft·4 sec·North 15th Street
21
Arrive at destination
North 15th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 18.9 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 21.3 — 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|~0m in|East Mill Street
Enter roundabout onto East Mill Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip|~2m in|Goodkirk Street
Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
1.9 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West, I 77 North: Youngstown, Barberton, Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A-B
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West, I 77 North: Youngs...
8
2 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 76 East: Youngstown
7
21.3 mi into trip|~26m in
Take the exit toward SR 14: Alliance
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward SR 14: Alliance
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.87 one way
$11.73 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg13 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$6.51
$13.02
premium
$4.91
$7.31
$14.61
diesel
$5.61
$8.35
$16.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
11.3
0
$3.97
$1.81
Efficient EV
9.5
0
$3.31
$1.51
EV Truck/SUV
15.1
0
$5.29
$2.42
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Akron, OH
Late night
in Akron on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
NW 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 6:48AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 4:51AM EDT until April 17 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Sebring, OH
Late night
in Sebring on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
NW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 6:48AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 4:51AM EDT until April 17 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
2 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
56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is largely a highway-focused drive, with 81% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-76. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18.9 miles on I-76 without interruption, offering consistent speed and efficiency. As you transition to State Route 14 and then North 12th Street, the character shifts slightly from interstate cruising to more direct local road travel, though the overall feel remains efficient and direct. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal winding or complex turns.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.9 mi on I 76.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and State Route 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Mill Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 37.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
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 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Akron, OH and Sebring, OH, road signs point toward Barberton and Cleveland.
Barberton
1.9 mi in|~4m
Cleveland
1.9 mi in|~4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.9 miles on I 76. 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 Sebring, 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 0.1 miles (East Mill Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (Goodkirk Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Sebring, OH before heading back.
