Millbury, OH to Akron, OH is 124.8 miles and takes about 2h 27m via Ohio Turnpike and Akron Expressway, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward trip. With a recommended 1 day for this route, it's ideal for a quick journey without needing an overnight stay. Consider this a functional, efficient drive to get you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62.4 miles from Millbury, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
98.1 mi
1h 45m
Akron Expressway
12 mi
14m
SR 51
9 mi
13m
Rice Street
1.5 mi
2m
Cherry Street
0.5 mi
2m
East Mill Street
0.5 mi
1m
North Forge Street
0.3 mi
<1m
North Fostoria Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 98.1 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millbury, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on TR 318
96 ft·9 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto Cherry Street
0.5 mi·2 min·Cherry Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 2
0.2 mi·36 sec·North Fostoria Road
4
Turn sharp right onto SR 51
9.0 mi·13 min·SR 51
5
Turn right onto SR 51
1.5 mi·2 min·Rice Street
6
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·31 sec
8
Merge onto I 80; I 90
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Ohio Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi·9 min·Ohio Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
29 mi·31 min·Ohio Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 180Toward SR 8: AkronUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·34 sec
Toward SR 8 South: AkronUse the straight / right lanes.
14
Merge onto SR 8
12 mi·14 min·Akron Expressway
Toward Akron
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 1BToward SR 59: Perkins StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Goodkirk Street
332 ft·10 sec·Goodkirk Street
17
Continue on Goodkirk Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·Goodkirk Street
18
Turn right onto North Forge Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Forge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Mill Street
20
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft·3 sec·South Main Street
21
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
22
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft·1 sec·West Bowery Street
23
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 2h 27m duration and 124.8-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility for departure time. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive in Akron with ample time to spare. With only a $20 fuel cost estimate, you won't need frequent fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can decide on breaks as needed, perhaps utilizing service areas along the Ohio Turnpike. Keep an eye out for any potential construction or minor delays, though the highway-focused nature of this trip usually means smooth sailing.
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 62.4 miles from Millbury, OH, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.1 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.4 miles or 1h 14m 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 57m
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 Millbury, 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 Millbury, OH
This is one driving day of about 124.8 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Millbury, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 98.1 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 110.3 and 123.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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110.3 mi into trip|~2h 5m 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
8
110.6 mi into trip|~2h 7m 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...
7
111.1 mi into trip|~2h 8m 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
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123.5 mi into trip|~2h 23m 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
123.9 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|North Forge Street
Turn right onto North Forge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.37 one way
$38.74 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$21.50
$42.99
premium
$4.91
$24.12
$48.24
diesel
$5.61
$27.55
$55.11
Estimated Tolls: $4.90
Ohio Turnpike
(98.1 mi)$4.90
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
$19
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.4
0
$13.10
$5.99
Efficient EV
31.2
0
$10.92
$4.99
EV Truck/SUV
49.9
0
$17.47
$7.99
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Millbury, OH
Morning
in Millbury on Tuesday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Morning
in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
9:25 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
2h 27m 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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 107.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roads like the Ohio Turnpike and Akron Expressway. Expect a fast-paced experience, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 98.1 miles on the Ohio Turnpike. SR 51 will offer a brief change of pace, but the overall character is one of smooth, high-speed travel. You'll likely experience minimal traffic delays, allowing for consistent progress towards Akron. The drive is designed for efficiency rather than winding scenic byways.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.1 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Akron Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 110.3 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 124.8 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 110.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 2h 27m. Total distance: 124.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.1 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.90 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 110.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
