Origin
Berlin, OH
Morning in Berlin on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berlin, OH to Akron, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
46.8 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berlin, OH
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Berlin to Akron covers 51.4 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is easily completed in a single day, leaving you plenty of time to explore your destination upon arrival. You will navigate via US 62, West Main Street, and Massillon Street throughout the journey. With fuel costs estimated at just $8, this is an incredibly budget-friendly way to move through the heart of the Midwest. Whether you are heading north for business or leisure, the straightforward nature of this drive makes it a stress-free transition between these two Ohio locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| I 77 | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| Wales Avenue Northwest | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| Massillon Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Manchester Avenue Southwest | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Navarre Road Southwest | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Millersburg Road Southwest | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Wabash Avenue South | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 11.5 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berlin, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on US 62; SR 39
37 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 62
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 62
3
Turn slight left onto US 62
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US 62
4
Turn right onto US 62; US 250
369 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left onto US 62
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Massillon Street
6
Continue on US 62
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Navarre Road Southwest
7
Continue on US 62; SR 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Manchester Avenue Southwest
8
Continue on SR 93
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Wabash Avenue South
9
Continue on SR 93
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Manchester Avenue Southwest
10
At end of road, turn right onto SR 93; SR 241
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Millersburg Road Southwest
11
Continue on Millersburg Road Southwest
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Millersburg Road Southwest
12
Continue on Main Avenue West
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Avenue West
13
Continue on SR 172
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Lincoln Way West
14
Turn left onto SR 241
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wales Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on SR 241
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Wales Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on SR 241
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Massillon Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Enter roundabout onto SR 241
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
Massillon Road
18
Continue on SR 241
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Massillon Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto SR 241
140 ft
·
2 sec
·
Massillon Road
20
Continue on SR 241
505 ft
·
12 sec
·
Massillon Road
21
Enter roundabout onto SR 241
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Massillon Road
22
Continue on SR 241
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Massillon Road
23
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 77 North
24
Merge onto I 77
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 77
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
26
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
28
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Market Street
29
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
30
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
31
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
32
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
33
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
34
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Berlin, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 11.6 and 45.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 62 / Massillon Street
Turn left onto US 62 / Massillon Street
Navigation decision point
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast
Turn left onto SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
36.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
SR 241 / Massillon Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 241 / Massillon Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
37.1 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the ramp toward I 77 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 77 North
8
45.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.26 one way
$14.53 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.04 | $18.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.33 | $20.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Akron, OH
Morning in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
1h 15m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route consists of 0% highway driving. You will be navigating local roads, which requires your full attention as you transition between the various segments of US 62 and local streets. Because the entire 51.4-mile journey takes place on surface roads, the pace remains consistent and grounded in the local scenery. You won't find any long, monotonous stretches here, so keep your eyes on the road and prepare for frequent turns as you make your way toward Akron.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.5 mi on US 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 11.6 miles in near US 62 / Massillon Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 11.6 miles (US 62 / Massillon Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles (SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.8 miles (SR 241 / Massillon Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 1h 15m. Total distance: 46.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.5 miles on US 62. 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 11.6 miles (US 62 / Massillon Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles (SR 241 / Wales Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.8 miles (SR 241 / Massillon Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Akron, OH before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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