Origin
Akron, OH
Afternoon in Akron on Saturday
Local time
2:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Akron, OH to Berea, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
33 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berea, OH
Andressa Chagas
Trip Overview
Akron to Berea is 33 miles and takes about 48 minutes via Ohio Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within the Midwest region. Given its short distance and highway focus, it's a practical choice for a quick transit between these two Ohio locations. The majority of this drive utilizes major highways, making it efficient for those looking to cover ground quickly. Consider this route for its simplicity and directness.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 13.9 mi | 14m |
| I 77 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| West Market Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Ghent Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Prospect Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Exchange Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Brecksville Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Portage Path | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 13.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Berea, OH.
1
Start on West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Bowery Street
2
Turn right onto West Center Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Center Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rand Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Exchange Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Exchange Street
5
Turn right onto South Portage Path
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Portage Path
6
Turn left onto SR 18
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
West Market Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Ghent Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Ghent Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
9
Merge onto I 77; SR 21
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 77; SR 21
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 145
Toward SR 21: Brecksville Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 21
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brecksville Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
13
Continue on this road
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
14
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
this road
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West: Toledo
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 80
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
17
Turn sharp right
244 ft
·
23 sec
18
Turn left
192 ft
·
14 sec
19
Turn left
374 ft
·
29 sec
20
At end of road, turn right onto West Sprague Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Sprague Road
21
Turn left onto SR 237
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Prospect Street
22
Turn right onto West Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Bridge Street
23
Arrive at destination
West Bridge Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Akron, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 31.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 59 / Rand Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59 / Rand Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
15.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward SR 21: Brecksville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 145
Toward SR 21: Brecksville Road
7
16.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80 West: Toledo
5
31.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
31.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
West Sprague Road
At end of road, turn right onto West Sprague Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.12 one way
$10.24 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.68 | $11.37 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.69
Ohio Turnpike
(13.9 mi)
$0.69
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Berea, OH
Afternoon in Berea on Saturday
Local time
2:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
8 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
48m 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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the drive on major roads like the Ohio Turnpike and I-77. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, including a longest continuous segment of 13.9 miles on the Ohio Turnpike. While primarily a highway experience, the initial and final portions may involve navigating local roads like West Market Street, offering a slight variation in pace. Expect a functional drive designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration.
63% 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: 13.9 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 77. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 59 / Rand Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 33 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SR 59 / Rand Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 15.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 33 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.69 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 Berea, 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 0.4 miles (SR 59 / Rand Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 15.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 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 Berea, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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