Trip from Akron, OH to Oregon, OH

Drive Time

2h 31m

Distance

128.4 mi

207 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 21m ★

6 AM

2h 31m

8 AM

2h 51m

10 AM

2h 38m

12 PM

2h 36m

3 PM

2h 39m

5 PM

2h 50m

8 PM

2h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Connecting Akron to Oregon, Ohio, this 128.4-mile trip is an efficient trek across the Midwest that typically takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $19 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. By utilizing I-77, the Ohio Turnpike, and I-280, you bypass local congestion to maintain a steady pace. It is a straightforward, functional drive that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.

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

64.2 miles from Akron, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 90% of this trip is spent on major thoroughfares. The core of your journey involves a significant 101.3-mile stretch along the Ohio Turnpike, which allows for consistent cruising. While the landscape remains quintessentially Midwestern, the road personality is defined by its efficiency rather than scenic variety. You will navigate a few transitions between major interstates, but the drive remains predictable and well-maintained throughout. It is an ideal route if you prefer a predictable, high-mileage pace where you can settle into a rhythm behind the wheel.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 22 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 101.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 280. 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 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 128.4 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 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 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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

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

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

118.7 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in

Take the exit toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

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 71 Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

119.6 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Akron, OH to Oregon, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.

Detroit

118.7 mi in | ~2h 17m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ohio Turnpike	101.3 mi	1h 48m
I 280	7.4 mi	8m
I 77	7.1 mi	8m
West Market Street	4.3 mi	7m
Ghent Road	1.6 mi	3m
West Exchange Street	0.9 mi	2m
South Wheeling Street	0.7 mi	1m
Brecksville Road	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 101.3 mi, about 1h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Oregon, OH.

Start on West Bowery Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · West Bowery Street

Turn right onto West Center Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · West Center Street

At end of road, turn left onto SR 59

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Rand Avenue

Turn right onto West Exchange Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Exchange Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto South Portage Path

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Portage Path

Turn left onto SR 18

4.3 mi · 7 min · West Market Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Ghent Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Ghent Road

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Merge onto I 77; SR 21

7.1 mi · 8 min · I 77; SR 21

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Exit 145 Toward SR 21: Brecksville Road Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto SR 21

0.6 mi · 1 min · Brecksville Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike

Continue on this road

397 ft · 9 sec · this road

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 13 sec · this road

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 80 West: Toledo Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 80

101 mi · 1 hr 48 min · Ohio Turnpike

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min

Exit 71 Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit

Continue on I 280

7.4 mi · 8 min · I 280

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 7 Toward SR 2: Oregon

Turn right onto CR 505

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Wheeling Street

Use the right lane.

Arrive at destination

South Wheeling Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours near Akron or Oregon is always a smart move. Plan for at least one stop during the 2.5-hour drive to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since the majority of your time is spent on the turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longer highway stretches, as service plazas are your best bet for refueling along the Ohio Turnpike. Because the route is so direct, you can easily adapt your pace to fit your personal comfort level without feeling rushed to reach your destination.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 64.2 miles from Akron, OH, or about 1h 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.3 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 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 64.2 miles or 1h 19m 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 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oregon, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Akron, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 128.4 miles and 2h 31m.

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 Ohio Turnpike for about 101.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 64.2 mi from Akron, OH · 1h 19m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cleveland, OH

64 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

Mansfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lakewood, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.2 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 101.3 miles.

Arriving in Oregon, OH

The final approach into Oregon, 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 Oregon, 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

$19.20 one way

$38.41 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.24	$21.44	$42.89
premium	$4.79	$24.21	$48.43
diesel	$5.64	$28.53	$57.05

Estimated Tolls: $5.06

Ohio Turnpike (101.3 mi) $5.06

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

$19

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	38.5	$13.48	$6.16
Efficient EV	32.1	$11.24	$5.14
EV Truck/SUV	51.4	$17.98	$8.22

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Akron, OH

Night in Akron on Sunday

Local time

10:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oregon, OH

Night in Oregon on Sunday

Local time

10:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°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

3 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

2h 31m 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 Oregon, OH covers 128.4 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, I 280, I 77. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 64.2 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 $19.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Akron, OH to Oregon, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.

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