If you are looking to get from Austinburg to Akron, you are in for a straightforward 74.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Since this trip stays entirely within the Midwest, you can easily manage the transit in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $11 on fuel for this drive, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. By utilizing I-90, the Akron Expressway, and I-271 Express, you maintain a consistent pace across the state. Because the route is so efficient, it serves well as a quick connection between these two Ohio locations. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this trip allows for maximum flexibility.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Austinburg, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 42m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
32.9 mi
36m
Akron Expressway
15.1 mi
18m
I 271 Express
13.9 mi
17m
I 271
5.1 mi
5m
Outerbelt East Freeway
3.6 mi
4m
State Route 45
1.1 mi
2m
East Mill Street
0.5 mi
1m
North Forge Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 32.9 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austinburg, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on SR 307
61 ft·5 sec·State Route 307
2
Turn right onto SR 45
1.1 mi·2 min·State Route 45
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
4
Merge onto I 90
33 mi·36 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271 Express
14 mi·17 min·I 271 Express
6
Merge onto I 271
3.6 mi·4 min·Outerbelt East Freeway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
5.1 mi·5 min·I 271
Use the slight left lane.
8
Take the exit
1.5 mi·2 min
Exit 18AToward SR 8 South: Boston Heights, Akron
9
Merge onto SR 8
15 mi·18 min·Akron Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 1BToward SR 59: Perkins StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto Goodkirk Street
332 ft·10 sec·Goodkirk Street
12
Continue on Goodkirk Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·Goodkirk Street
13
Turn right onto North Forge Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Forge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Mill Street
15
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft·3 sec·South Main Street
16
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
17
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft·1 sec·West Bowery Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1.5-hour trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart at almost any time of day without needing to plan for overnight stops. Since you have no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the entire 74.7-mile distance in one go. To keep your travel stress-free, double-check your fuel levels before leaving Austinburg, as your $11 estimate assumes consistent highway speeds. Keep a close eye on traffic reports when merging onto I-271 Express, as high-volume highway stretches can occasionally cause unexpected slowdowns. Use this flexibility to time your departure around peak traffic hours to ensure the smoothest drive possible.
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 37.4 miles from Austinburg, OH, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 42m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Akron, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Austinburg, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Austinburg, OH
This is one driving day of about 74.7 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Austinburg, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 32.9 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 73.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.4 mi into trip|~3m in|I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
51.8 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|I 271
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
56.9 mi into trip|~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward SR 8 South: Boston Heights, Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18A
Toward SR 8 South: Boston Heights, Akron
7
73.4 mi into trip|~1h 27m 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
6
73.8 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|North Forge Street
Turn right onto North Forge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.59 one way
$23.19 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$12.87
$25.73
premium
$4.91
$14.44
$28.87
diesel
$5.61
$16.49
$32.99
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: 26.1 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
22.4
0
$7.84
$3.59
Efficient EV
18.7
0
$6.54
$2.99
EV Truck/SUV
29.9
0
$10.46
$4.78
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 14, 2026
Origin
Austinburg, OH
Morning
in Austinburg on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Morning
in Akron on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 9 mph60% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:19PM EDT until April 14 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 7:17PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
17 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 30m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a fast-paced interstate environment, which is ideal if your goal is reaching your destination quickly rather than taking the scenic route. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 32.9 miles on I-90, where you can settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. As you transition between I-90 and the Akron Expressway, the road maintains a predictable, high-speed character. Expect a utilitarian driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over technical turns or local backroads.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.9 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Akron Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.4 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (I 271): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 30m. Total distance: 74.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.9 miles on I 90. 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 Akron, 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 1.4 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (I 271): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Akron, OH before heading back.
