Spanning 92.7 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this drive from Venice to Akron is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 32 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of local roads, including Fremont Avenue and the Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway, rather than relying on major interstates. Budgeting around $14 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire transit. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical, localized way to move between these two Ohio destinations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.1 miles from Venice, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
34.6 mi
37m
SR 2
21.7 mi
23m
Akron Expressway
12 mi
14m
Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway
11.4 mi
12m
OH-2
4 mi
4m
Northwest Freeway
0.9 mi
1m
Fremont Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Lorain Boulevard
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 34.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Venice, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on US 6
6 ft·5 sec·Venice Road
2
Turn left onto US 6
0.7 mi·1 min·Fremont Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Cleveland
4
Merge onto SR 2
11 mi·12 min·Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 2
22 mi·23 min·SR 2
6
Continue on SR 2
4.0 mi·4 min·OH-2
7
Continue on I 90; SR 2
0.9 mi·1 min·Northwest Freeway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 145Toward SR 57: Lorain, ElyriaUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto SR 57
0.6 mi·59 sec·Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
12
Merge onto I 80
5.5 mi·5 min·Ohio Turnpike
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
29 mi·31 min·Ohio Turnpike
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 180Toward SR 8: AkronUse the slight right lane.
15
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.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·34 sec
Toward SR 8 South: AkronUse the straight / right lanes.
17
Merge onto SR 8
12 mi·14 min·Akron Expressway
Toward Akron
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 1BToward SR 59: Perkins StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Goodkirk Street
332 ft·10 sec·Goodkirk Street
20
Continue on Goodkirk Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·Goodkirk Street
21
Turn right onto North Forge Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Forge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Mill Street
23
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft·3 sec·South Main Street
24
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
25
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft·1 sec·West Bowery Street
26
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak commuting hours to ensure you move through local intersections without unnecessary delays. Because there are no scheduled stops in the data, you should plan your own breaks along Fremont Avenue or the other local roads as needed to keep your energy up. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Venice, as the $14 estimated cost assumes a direct, efficient run. Take advantage of the route's simplicity by keeping your schedule open, allowing you to prioritize arrival in Akron on your own terms.
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 45.1 miles from Venice, OH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 20 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 52m 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 23m
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 Venice, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Venice, OH
This is one driving day of about 90.3 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Venice, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 34.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 39.1 and 89 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
39.1 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
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 145
Toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
7
75.7 mi into trip|~1h 25m 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
76.1 mi into trip|~1h 26m 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
76.5 mi into trip|~1h 27m 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
7
89 mi into trip|~1h 42m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.01 one way
$28.03 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$15.55
$31.11
premium
$4.91
$17.45
$34.90
diesel
$5.61
$19.94
$39.87
Estimated Tolls: $1.73
Ohio Turnpike
(34.6 mi)$1.73
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.1
0
$9.48
$4.33
Efficient EV
22.6
0
$7.90
$3.61
EV Truck/SUV
36.1
0
$12.64
$5.78
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Venice, OH
Morning
in Venice on Tuesday
Local time
9:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Morning
in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
9:24 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
17 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 46m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating through regional roads, requiring more active attention than a typical highway trek. Because the path relies entirely on local corridors like Cleveland and the Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway, the pace remains steady but deliberate. Transitions between road segments keep the experience engaging, as you will not find any long, uninterrupted highway stretches here. Keep your focus on the road as you navigate the turns that define this 92.7-mile connection.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.6 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and SR 2. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.3 miles you will encounter 19 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 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 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.
On the drive from Venice, OH to Akron, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Elyria 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 1h 46m. Total distance: 90.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.6 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.73 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.
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 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 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.
