This 171.5-mile drive from Akron to Fayette, Ohio, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 19 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Ohio Turnpike and I-77, this route is heavily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Midwest locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, it's a budget-friendly option for a day trip. The drive offers a direct path, minimizing time on local roads and maximizing your time on the open highway.
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
85.7 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 171.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 93% of this 171.5-mile journey. You'll spend most of your time on the Ohio Turnpike and I-77, offering a consistent pace for the majority of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 147.2 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, allowing for extended periods of steady driving. While the profile suggests a highway-centric route, be prepared for the transition to SR 66 as you approach your destination, which will offer a change of pace from the interstate.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 147.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 77. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 59 / Rand Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 171.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
17.4 mi into trip|~29m in|I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Merge onto I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
165.6 mi into trip|~3h 8m in|SR 66
At end of road, turn right onto SR 66
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
147.2 mi
2h 37m
I 77
7.1 mi
8m
SR 66
5.9 mi
10m
West Market Street
4.3 mi
7m
Ghent Road
1.6 mi
3m
West Exchange Street
0.9 mi
2m
Brecksville Road
0.6 mi
1m
South Portage Path
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 147.2 mi, about 2h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Fayette, 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 145Toward SR 21: Brecksville RoadUse 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: ToledoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 80
147 mi·2 hr 37 min·Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.9 mi·2 min
Exit 25Toward SR 66
18
At end of road, turn right onto SR 66
5.9 mi·10 min·SR 66
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto US 20
132 ft·2 sec·East Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
US 20
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour and 19-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion. You can depart Akron at your leisure, perhaps in the morning to allow for a full day in Fayette. The longest stretch on the Ohio Turnpike is over 147 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. Consider stopping once for a break during this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, it's an economical journey, but always check current gas prices before you depart.
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 85.7 miles from Akron, OH, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.2 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 38 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.7 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayette, 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 171.5 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 147.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.7 mi from Akron, OH
· 1h 42m into the drive
The midpoint is around 85.7 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 147.2 miles.
Arriving in Fayette, OH
The final approach into Fayette, 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 Fayette, 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.62 one way
$53.23 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$29.54
$59.08
premium
$4.91
$33.15
$66.29
diesel
$5.61
$37.87
$75.73
Estimated Tolls: $7.36
Ohio Turnpike
(147.2 mi)$7.36
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
$27
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.4
0
$18.01
$8.23
Efficient EV
42.9
0
$15.01
$6.86
EV Truck/SUV
68.6
0
$24.01
$10.98
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Akron, OH
Morning
in Akron on Friday
Local time
10:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fayette, OH
Morning
in Fayette on Friday
Local time
10:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 19m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Akron, OH to Fayette, OH covers 171.5 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, I 77, SR 66. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.7 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 $26.62 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 171.5 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
The route from Akron, OH to Fayette, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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.
