Trip from Antwerp, OH to Akron, OH

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

Drive Time

3h 49m

Distance

203.2 mi

327 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 37m ★

6 AM

3h 50m

8 AM

4h 15m

10 AM

3h 59m

12 PM

3h 56m

3 PM

4h 0m

5 PM

4h 14m

8 PM

3h 42m

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

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Antwerp, OH

Wolfgang Weiser

Trip Overview

This 203.2-mile drive from Antwerp, Ohio, to Akron, Ohio, will take approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day road trip. The majority of your journey, about 97% of it, will be on highways, primarily utilizing the Ohio Turnpike and US 24. With an estimated fuel cost of $32, this route offers a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two Midwest locations. You'll experience a highway-focused drive that's ideal for getting from point A to point B without many detours. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive.

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

101.6 miles from Antwerp, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ohio Turnpike	115.2 mi	2h 3m
US 24	63.6 mi	1h 10m
Akron Expressway	12 mi	14m
I 475	3.4 mi	3m
US 23	2.8 mi	3m
Erie Street	0.8 mi	1m
East Mill Street	0.5 mi	1m
North Forge Street	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 115.2 mi, about 2h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on East River Street

34 ft · 5 sec · East River Street

Turn left onto SR 49

0.2 mi · 28 sec · North Main Street

Turn left onto SR 49

381 ft · 9 sec · Canal Street

Turn right onto SR 49

0.8 mi · 1 min · Erie Street

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Merge onto US 24

39 mi · 44 min · US 24

Keep slight left at fork onto US 24

24 mi · 25 min · US 24

Toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 68A Toward I 475 South, US 23 South: Dayton

Merge onto I 475; US 23

3.4 mi · 3 min · I 475; US 23

Continue on US 23; US 20 Truck

2.8 mi · 3 min · US 23; US 20 Truck

Exit 1B Toward I 75 North, US 23 South, US 20 Truck East: Toledo

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward SR 795, I 80, I 90: Perrysburg

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 80, I 90

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 195B Toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Toward I 80 East, I 90 East: Cleveland

Merge onto I 80; I 90

77 mi · 1 hr 22 min · Ohio Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

9.2 mi · 9 min · Ohio Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

29 mi · 31 min · Ohio Turnpike

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 180 Toward SR 8: Akron Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 34 sec

Toward SR 8 South: Akron Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto SR 8

12 mi · 14 min · Akron Expressway

Toward Akron

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 1B Toward SR 59: Perkins Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto Goodkirk Street

332 ft · 10 sec · Goodkirk Street

Continue on Goodkirk Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Goodkirk Street

Turn right onto North Forge Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · North Forge Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on East Mill Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Mill Street

Enter roundabout onto South Main Street

162 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street

Continue on South Main Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · South Main Street

Turn right onto West Bowery Street

72 ft · 1 sec · West Bowery Street

Arrive at destination

West Bowery Street

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 3-hour and 49-minute duration for this 203.2-mile trip, leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Akron without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, consider planning it around the halfway point or when you need a break from the 115.2-mile stretch on the Ohio Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $32, and it's always wise to top off before a long highway segment. This drive is straightforward, so flexibility with your departure time is a key advantage.

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 101.6 miles from Antwerp, OH, or about 1h 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.2 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 45 miles or 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 101.6 miles or 1h 55m 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 4m

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

Before You Leave

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

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Antwerp, OH

This is one driving day of about 203.2 miles and 3h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Antwerp, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 115.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Clinton, OH

102 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

Archbold, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Port Clinton, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 101.6 miles from Antwerp, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.2 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.

Best meal stop · home stretch

The Lockview Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Akron, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 4–9 pm

+13302525128

Visit website

Akron Family Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Akron, Ohio

0.6 mi

A Walk In The Park Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Akron, Ohio

2.7 mi

The Lockview Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 4–9 pm

+13302525128

Visit website

Akron Family Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+13303760600

Visit website

A Walk In The Park Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+13305369255

Visit website

Yours Truly Hudson

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Hudson, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13306562900

Visit website

Trivs Restaurant and Lounge

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately

Strongsville, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+14402388830

Visit website

Waterloo Restaurant & Catering

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13307735158

Visit website

Invention Restaurant - Milan, OH

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Milan, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+14194990478

Visit website

Stancato's Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30

Parma, Ohio

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14408866242

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Macedonia, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Twinsburg, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Twinsburg, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Peninsula, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Peninsula, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+31880109500

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Hudson, Ohio

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Flo Charging Station

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Tallmadge, Ohio

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Perrysburg, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–6:30 pm

+14193531897

Visit website

Fort Meigs Historic Site

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Perrysburg, Ohio

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+14198744121

Visit website

Ken Stewart's Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $100 or ab

Akron, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13308672555

Visit website

Trapped Toledo

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Toledo, Ohio

Hours: 2–7:45 pm

+15673167028

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 72.5 and 201.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

72.5 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 195B Toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago

188.6 mi into trip | ~3h 28m in

Take the exit toward SR 8: Akron

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 180 Toward SR 8: Akron

189 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hi...

189.5 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 8 South: Akron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward SR 8 South: Akron

201.9 mi into trip | ~3h 46m in

Take the exit toward SR 59: Perkins Street

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1B Toward SR 59: Perkins Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.54 one way

$63.07 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 71 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$35.00	$70.00
premium	$4.91	$39.27	$78.54
diesel	$5.61	$44.86	$89.73

Estimated Tolls: $5.76

Ohio Turnpike (115.2 mi) $5.76

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	61	0	$21.34	$9.75
Efficient EV	50.8	0	$17.78	$8.13
EV Truck/SUV	81.3	1	$28.45	$13.00

Gas CO2

71 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Antwerp, OH

Morning in Antwerp on Tuesday

Local time

6:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Akron, OH

Morning in Akron on Tuesday

Local time

6:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 49m 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.

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...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 182.2

Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with an impressive 97% of the drive taking place on major roads like the Ohio Turnpike and the Akron Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 115.2 miles, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. This character means you'll likely experience a smooth, albeit potentially less varied, journey for much of the 203.2 miles. The road primarily facilitates efficient travel rather than offering frequent scenic overlooks.

97% 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: 115.2 mi on Ohio Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and US 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 203.2 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 72.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 188.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 189 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Antwerp, OH and Akron, OH, road signs point toward Toledo and Chicago.

Toledo

40.8 mi in | ~47m | via US 24

Chicago

72.5 mi in | ~1h 23m

About the Cities

Arriving 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 49m. Total distance: 203.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 115.2 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.76 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 23 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 Akron, 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 23 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Akron, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Antwerp, OH to Akron, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

The Lockview Restaurant

The Lockview Restaurant

Akron Family Restaurant

A Walk In The Park Cafe

Yours Truly Hudson

Trivs Restaurant and Lounge

Waterloo Restaurant & Catering

Invention Restaurant - Milan, OH

Stancato's Italian Restaurant

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Shell Recharge Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Flo Charging Station

Erie Islands Service Plaza

Pilot Travel Center

Service Plaza

Middle Ridge Service Plaza

Vermilion Valley Service Plaza

Commodore Perry Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Blue Heron Service Area

Wyandot Service Area

Pilot Travel Center

TA

Pilot Travel Center

Towpath Service Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

Petro Stopping Centers

Great Lakes Service Plaza

Petro Stopping Centers

Flying J Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve

Fort Meigs Historic Site

Ken Stewart's Grille

Trapped Toledo

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Antwerp, OH

Akron, OH

Same local time

Very similar conditions

3h 49m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Akron, OH

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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