Origin
Buckeye Lake, OH
Late night in Buckeye Lake on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buckeye Lake, 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
2h 36m
Distance
123.4 mi
199 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buckeye Lake, OH
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Trip Overview
Buckeye Lake, OH to Akron, OH is 123.4 miles and takes about 2h 36m via I 71 and I 76, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a fairly straightforward trip that should be manageable for most drivers in a single day. Consider this route if you're looking for a direct connection between these two Ohio locations with minimal fuss. The journey is mostly on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for a quick transit.
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
61.7 miles from Buckeye Lake, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 40.2 mi | 43m |
| I 76 | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| Cassell Road | 16 mi | 18m |
| Mount Vernon Road | 12.5 mi | 17m |
| Newark Road | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| Hebron Road | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| Riverside Drive | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Innerbelt | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 40.2 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckeye Lake, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Union Avenue
138 ft
·
8 sec
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Union Avenue
2
Continue on Anchors Way
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Anchors Way
3
Turn right onto Park Street
442 ft
·
25 sec
·
Park Street
4
Continue on Lakeview Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lakeview Drive
5
Turn left onto Myers Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Myers Avenue
6
Turn right onto SR 79
9.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Hebron Road
7
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 79
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 79
Toward Coshocton, 16 E, 79 N
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward SR 13: Hudson Ave, 4th Street
9
Turn left onto SR 13
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Mount Vernon Road
10
Continue on SR 13
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
11
Continue on SR 13
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Newark Road
12
Continue on SR 13
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Main Street
13
Turn right onto SR 13
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
SR 13
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto SR 13
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Chestnut Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto SR 13
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sandusky Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on SR 13
16 mi
·
18 min
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Cassell Road
17
Continue on SR 13; SR 97
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 169
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the left lane.
19
Merge onto I 71
40 mi
·
43 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 76; US 224
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 76; US 224
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76
Toward I 76 East: Akron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 59
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
Exit 21C
Toward SR 59 East: Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on SR 59
406 ft
·
13 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
27
Turn right onto West Center Street
459 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Center Street
28
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Bowery Street
29
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2.5-hour drive time, leaving Buckeye Lake anytime in the morning should allow you to reach Akron with ample daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $19, this trip is designed for efficiency. You can easily complete this drive in one day, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before departing, as the longest stretch on I 71 is over 40 miles. Flexibility is key here; you can depart at your leisure and make a brief stop if needed, but the route is short enough that extensive planning isn't required.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.7 miles from Buckeye Lake, OH, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.2 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 27 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.7 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
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 Buckeye Lake, 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 Buckeye Lake, OH
This is one driving day of about 123.4 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Buckeye Lake, 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 40.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.7 miles from Buckeye Lake, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 58.9 and 120.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
58.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Turn left toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 169
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
99.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
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 209A-B
Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
9
99.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 209A
Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron
7
119.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
|
I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Akron
8
120.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
|
SR 59 / Innerbelt
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 59 / Innerbelt toward SR 59 East: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21C
Toward SR 59 East: Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.15 one way
$38.30 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $21.25 | $42.51 |
| premium | $4.91 | $23.85 | $47.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.25 | $54.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37 | 0 | $12.96 | $5.92 |
| Efficient EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.80 | $4.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.28 | $7.90 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Late night in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 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
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
2h 36m 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?
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with about 50% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 71, including the longest stretch of 40.2 miles without needing to exit. The drive involves navigating through Cassell Road at some point, suggesting a transition from high-speed interstate travel to more local road conditions. Expect a blend of efficient highway cruising and potentially slower sections as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of steady progress rather than winding, scenic byways.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.2 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 58.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 20 significant decision points across 123.4 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 58.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 99.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.7 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.
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 Buckeye Lake, OH to Akron, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Coshocton along the way.
Coshocton
10.9 mi in
|
~15m
|
via SR 79
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 2h 36m. Total distance: 123.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.2 miles on I 71. 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 58.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 99.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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