Origin
Akron, OH
Afternoon in Akron on Thursday
Local time
3:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Akron, OH to Rockford, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
57 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockford, OH
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
This 57-mile drive from Akron to Rockford, Ohio, is a straightforward 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on the Akron Expressway and State Route 39. With a highway share of 93%, expect a predominantly fast-paced journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, so it's an economical option for a quick getaway. Since the entire trip is contained within the Midwest and Ohio, you won't experience regional shifts. This route is perfect for a spontaneous excursion or a planned day of travel within the state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 57 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip. With 93% of the route on highways, you'll experience a consistent pace for most of the 1 hour and 12 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 44.9 miles on the Akron Expressway, allowing for minimal interruptions. While the primary roads include State Route 39 and West High Avenue, the overall feel is that of a swift transit, rather than a winding, scenic exploration. Prepare for a direct and efficient journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Akron Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Akron Expressway and State Route 39. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Mill Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (Goodkirk Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Mill Street
Enter roundabout onto East Mill Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Goodkirk Street
Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
|
SR 8 / Akron Expressway
Merge onto SR 8 / Akron Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
46.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
US 250 Business
Take the exit onto US 250 Business toward SR 39 East: New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SR 39 East: New Philadelphia
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Expressway | 44.9 mi | 51m |
| State Route 39 | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| West High Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Beaver Avenue Northeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Mill Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Goodkirk Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 250 Business | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 250 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Akron Expressway
— 44.9 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Rockford, OH.
1
Start on West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Bowery Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto East Mill Street
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Mill Street
4
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
5
Continue on South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
6
Turn right onto SR 18
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Market Street
7
Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Goodkirk Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward SR 8 South
9
Merge onto SR 8
45 mi
·
51 min
·
Akron Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 250
11
Take the exit onto US 250 Business
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 250 Business
Toward SR 39 East: New Philadelphia
12
Turn left onto US 250 Business; SR 39
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West High Avenue
13
Turn left onto SR 39
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Beaver Avenue Northeast
14
Continue on SR 39
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 39
15
Arrive at destination
SR 39
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Akron, OH · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rockford, OH
The final approach into Rockford, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.85 one way
$17.69 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.82 | $19.64 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.58 | $25.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Rockford, OH
Afternoon in Rockford on Thursday
Local time
3:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
33°F
Canton, OH
29 mi in
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
14 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 12m 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 Rockford, OH covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Akron Expressway, State Route 39, West High Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.5 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 $8.85 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Mill Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (Goodkirk Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Akron, OH to Rockford, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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