Origin
East Canton, OH
Morning in East Canton on Tuesday
Local time
11:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Canton, 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
39m
Distance
28.3 mi
46 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Canton, OH
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Trip Overview
Traveling from East Canton to Akron is a straightforward 28.3-mile journey that typically takes about 39 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a quick day excursion or a simple commute between these two Midwest locations. You can expect to spend roughly $4 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very budget-friendly option. Since the route is entirely contained within Ohio, you won't need to worry about changing time zones or navigating complex regional shifts. It is an ideal choice if you are looking for an efficient way to connect between these towns without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 20.5 mi | 24m |
| Lincoln Street East | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Tuscarawas Street East | 2 mi | 3m |
| Tuscarawas Street West | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Nassau Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Mill Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Fountain Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Forge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 20.5 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Canton, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on SR 44
24 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Wood Street
2
Turn right onto SR 172
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Nassau Street
3
Continue on US 30; SR 172
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Lincoln Street East
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on SR 172
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Tuscarawas Street East
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on SR 172
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Tuscarawas Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 77 North, US 62 East: Akron
7
Merge onto I 77; US 62
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 77; US 62
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
11
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Market Street
12
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
13
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
14
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
16
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
17
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 28.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 77 North, US 62 East: Akron
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 77 North, US 62 East: Akron
5
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 77; US 62
Merge onto I 77; US 62
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.7 mi into trip
|
~35m 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
4
26.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Fountain Street
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
28.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.39 one way
$8.78 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $4.87 | $9.75 |
| premium | $4.91 | $5.47 | $10.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
11:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 13 mph
86% chance
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
13 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
39m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 72% of the route taking place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-77, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 20.5 miles. The experience transitions from smaller local roads like Lincoln Street East and Tuscarawas Street East before merging into the faster pace of the interstate. Expect a functional, high-speed driving experience rather than a winding backroad tour. Staying alert during the interstate portion is key, as the high-speed traffic sets the tone for the majority of the trip.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.5 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Lincoln Street East. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in.
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 28.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles (I 77; US 62): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in East Canton, OH
Full guide →Canton is a mid-sized city in Stark County, Northeast Ohio. It is best known as the birthplace of professional American football, since the Canton Bulldogs were the first professional football team.
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 39m. Total distance: 28.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.5 miles on I 77. 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 6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles (I 77; US 62): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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