Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
53.8 mi
87 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Amherst, OH
Connor Scott McManus
The drive from Akron, OH to South Amherst, OH covers 53.8 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ohio Turnpike, I 77, West Market Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32 miles on Ohio Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 32 mi | 34m |
| I 77 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| West Market Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Ghent Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Telegraph Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Exchange Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Leavitt Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and South Amherst, OH.
Start on West Bowery Street
Turn right onto West Center Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59
Turn right onto West Exchange Street
Turn right onto South Portage Path
Turn left onto SR 18
Turn right onto Ghent Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 77; SR 21
Take the exit
Turn straight onto SR 21
Take the ramp
Continue on this road
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto SR 58
Turn right onto SR 113
Continue on SR 113
Turn left onto Leonard Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.9 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 49.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59 / Rand Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Take the exit toward SR 21: Brecksville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 80 / Ohio Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 58: Amherst, Oberlin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$8.35 one way
$16.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.27 | $18.53 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.40 | $20.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.60
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$2
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.65 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.71 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.53 | $3.44 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Akron on Saturday
Local time
4:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in South Amherst on Saturday
Local time
4:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
51°F
Northfield, OH
27 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
53.8 mi in 1h 11m, mostly highway — 32 mi of that is on Ohio Turnpike.
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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.8 miles you will encounter 15 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Akron, OH to South Amherst, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Oberlin along the way.
Oberlin
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 53.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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