This 201.7-mile drive from Porter, OH to Akron, OH is a straightforward trip that can easily be accomplished in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 58 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-77, SR-7, and SR-554, with a high 97% highway share, making it an efficient journey. Budget around $31 for fuel for this Midwestern excursion. With a longest uninterrupted stretch of 136.8 miles, it’s a drive that keeps you moving. This is a practical option for a day trip, offering a direct path between two points in Ohio.
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
100.8 miles from Porter, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
136.8 mi
2h 30m
SR 7
38.1 mi
45m
SR 554
13.5 mi
23m
US 50
6.7 mi
8m
Corridor D
4.7 mi
5m
East Mill Street
0.5 mi
1m
Fountain Street
0.4 mi
<1m
South Forge Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 136.8 mi, about 2h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Porter, OH and Akron, OH.
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Start on CR 49
0.1 mi·37 sec·Porter Road
2
Turn left onto SR 554
14 mi·23 min·SR 554
3
Turn left onto SR 7
12 mi·14 min·SR 7
4
Take the exit onto SR 7
0.5 mi·1 min·SR 7
Toward SR 7 North: Belpre
5
Turn left onto SR 7
25 mi·28 min·SR 7
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
1.0 mi·1 min·US 50; SR 7; SR 32
7
Take the exit onto US 50
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 50
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
6.5 mi·8 min·US 50
Toward US 50 East: ParkersburgUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
4.7 mi·5 min·Corridor D
10
Turn left
0.2 mi·23 sec
11
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
137 mi·2 hr 30 min·I 77; WV 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 1AToward Carroll Street, Buchtel AvenueUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·Fountain Street
15
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi·23 sec·East Market Street
16
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi·28 sec·South Forge Street
17
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Mill Street
18
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft·3 sec·South Main Street
19
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
20
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft·1 sec·West Bowery Street
21
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
For this roughly 4-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day and avoid any potential midday traffic, especially as you approach Akron. With the longest stretch on I-77 being 136.8 miles, plan for a comfortable break point before or after this significant segment. The estimated fuel cost is $31, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Porter. Given the drive's duration and highway focus, it’s well-suited for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your timing and allowing for spontaneous stops if needed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.8 miles from Porter, OH, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.8 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 44 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.8 miles or 2h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 16m
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 Porter, 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 Porter, OH
This is one driving day of about 201.7 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Porter, 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 77 for about 136.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 26.2 and 200.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
26.2 mi into trip|~39m in|SR 7
Turn left onto SR 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
51.8 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
7
52 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
5
63.4 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|I 77; WV 2
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
200.1 mi into trip|~3h 54m 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
$31.30 one way
$62.61 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$34.74
$69.48
premium
$4.91
$38.98
$77.96
diesel
$5.61
$44.53
$89.07
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.5
0
$21.18
$9.68
Efficient EV
50.4
0
$17.65
$8.07
EV Truck/SUV
80.7
1
$28.24
$12.91
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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 15, 2026
Origin
Porter, OH
Afternoon
in Porter on Sunday
Local time
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Afternoon
in Akron on Sunday
Local time
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
16 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
3h 58m 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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 202.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this 201.7-mile route, with 97% of your travel on faster roads. The majority of your time will be spent on I-77, which forms the longest continuous segment at 136.8 miles. This means you'll encounter consistent speeds and minimal slowdowns for much of the journey. While primarily a highway drive, the inclusion of SR-7 and SR-554 may offer slight variations in scenery and road type before you reach Akron. It’s a route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 136.8 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 7. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.2 miles in near SR 7.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 201.7 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 26.2 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Porter, OH to Akron, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Beverly along the way.
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 3h 58m. Total distance: 201.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.8 miles on I 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 26.2 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52 miles (US 50): 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Akron, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
