Origin
Akron, OH
Evening in Akron on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Akron, OH to Day Heights, OH
Drive Time
4h 19m
Distance
227.9 mi
367 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 6m
★
6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 46m
10 AM
4h 29m
12 PM
4h 26m
3 PM
4h 30m
5 PM
4h 45m
8 PM
4h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Day Heights, OH
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Trip Overview
Spanning 227.9 miles across Ohio, this drive from Akron to Day Heights is a straightforward journey that typically takes 4 hours and 19 minutes behind the wheel. Because the route is almost entirely highway-focused, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $34 on fuel, making this an efficient transit across the Midwest. You will primarily navigate via I-71, the Kenmore Expressway, and the Circle Freeway. Whether you are heading south for business or a visit, the trip's simplicity allows for a flexible schedule that fits well into a standard day of travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.9 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
With 97% of your travel occurring on highways, you should prepare for a consistent, high-speed pace throughout the trip. The drive is defined by a significant 191.5-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-71, which dictates the majority of your time on the road. While the Kenmore Expressway and Circle Freeway handle the initial navigation out of Akron, the bulk of your journey is a classic interstate experience. You won't find many technical turns here; instead, anticipate a steady, predictable flow that rewards motorists who prefer long-distance highway cruising. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 191.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Kenmore Expressway. 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.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 227.9 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 0.4 miles (SR 59 / Rand Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.3 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 59 / Rand Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59 / Rand Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway toward I 76 West: Barberton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 West: Barberton
7
23.1 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
7
215.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 275 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward I 275 East
8
224.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward SR 28: Blanchester, Milford
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 57
Toward SR 28: Blanchester, Milford
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 191.5 mi | 3h 29m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Circle Freeway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| Innerbelt | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| SR 28 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| I 76 | 1 mi | 1m |
| SR 131 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 191.5 mi, about 3h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Day Heights, 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
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Rand Avenue
4
Turn straight onto SR 59
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
5
Merge onto I 76; I 77
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76; I 77
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
Toward I 76 West: Barberton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 71
102 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 71
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
90 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 71
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 17A
Toward I 275 East
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 275
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Circle Freeway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 57
Toward SR 28: Blanchester, Milford
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto SR 28
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 28
Use the left lane.
14
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road South
15
Turn slight right onto Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road
Use the none lane.
16
Turn left onto SR 131
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
SR 131
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Betty Lane
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Betty Lane
18
Turn left onto Kent Drive
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Kent Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Kent Drive
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4-hour and 19-minute transit. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential congestion on the highway sections, especially when transitioning between the major interstates. Since the majority of your 227.9-mile route is on I-71, stay alert for shifting traffic patterns during the longest 191.5-mile segment. Budgeting $34 for fuel is a safe estimate, but keep a little extra set aside for fluctuations in regional gas prices. Given the high highway percentage, ensure your vehicle’s tires and fluids are checked before departure to handle the extended high-speed driving with confidence.
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 113.9 miles from Akron, OH, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 191.5 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.9 miles or 2h 10m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Day Heights, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Akron, 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 Akron, OH
This is one driving day of about 227.9 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Akron, 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 71 for about 191.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.9 mi from Akron, OH · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.9 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 191.5 miles.
Arriving in Day Heights, OH
The final approach into Day Heights, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Day Heights, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.09 one way
$68.17 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $38.06 | $76.12 |
| premium | $4.79 | $42.98 | $85.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.63 | $101.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.93 | $10.94 |
| Efficient EV | 57 | 0 | $19.94 | $9.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.2 | 1 | $31.91 | $14.59 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Day Heights, OH
Evening in Day Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
13 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
4h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Akron, OH to Day Heights, OH covers 227.9 miles and takes about 4h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Kenmore Expressway, Circle Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.9 miles from Akron, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 227.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SR 59 / Rand Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.3 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Akron, OH to Day Heights, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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