Origin
Akron, OH
Night in Akron on Wednesday
Local time
11:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Akron, OH to Tipp City, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 43m
Distance
185.8 mi
299 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 31m
★
6 AM
3h 43m
8 AM
4h 9m
10 AM
3h 52m
12 PM
3h 50m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 7m
8 PM
3h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tipp City, OH
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Trip Overview
This 185.8-mile drive from Akron to Tipp City, Ohio, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 43 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with a manageable fuel cost estimated at $29. The route primarily utilizes I-71 and US-36, offering a direct path through the Midwest region of Ohio. With only one recommended stop, you'll spend most of your time on the road, making it an efficient option for getting from point A to point B.
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
92.9 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this trip, with 78% of the drive taking place on interstates and expressways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 78 miles on I-71, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of your journey. The inclusion of US-36 and the Kenmore Expressway suggests a shift in scenery and speed as you move between major highways, potentially offering glimpses of more local landscapes. Overall, it's a drive designed for covering distance efficiently rather than for winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 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 78 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 36. 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
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 185.8 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 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~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
8
102.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
8
167 mi into trip
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~3h 14m in
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US 40 / West National Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40 / West National Road toward US 40 West, I 70 Alternate: Donnelsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 40 West, I 70 Alternate: Donnelsville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Akron, OH and Tipp City, OH, road signs point toward Delaware and Springfield.
Delaware
102.3 mi in
|
~1h 56m
Springfield
129.3 mi in
|
~2h 29m
|
via US 36; SR 4
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 78 mi | 1h 23m |
| US 36 | 31.8 mi | 38m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Marysville Road | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| Milton Carlisle Road | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| West National Road | 8 mi | 11m |
| State Route 37 East | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| US Route 68 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 78 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Tipp City, 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
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
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 131
Toward US 36, SR 37: Sunbury, Delaware
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 36; SR 37
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 37 East
11
Continue on US 36; SR 37
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
12
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East William Street
13
Continue on US 36
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Marysville Road
14
Take the exit onto US 36
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 36
15
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 4
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 36; SR 4
28 mi
·
33 min
·
US 36; SR 4
Toward US 36 West, SR 4 South: Urbana, Springfield
17
Turn right onto SR 334
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 334
18
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
19
Merge onto US 68
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US Route 68
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 7B
Toward US 40 West, SR 4 West: Dayton
21
Turn left onto Upper Valley Pike
505 ft
·
10 sec
·
Upper Valley Pike
22
Turn right onto US 40; SR 4
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Main Street
23
Continue on US 40; SR 4
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
West National Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
West National Road
Toward US 40 West, I 70 Alternate: Donnelsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn right onto SR 571
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Medway-Carlisle Road
26
At end of road, turn left onto SR 571
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Milton Carlisle Road
27
Continue on SR 571
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
28
Continue on SR 571
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Milton Carlisle Road
29
Turn left onto South 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
South 4th Street
30
Turn left
112 ft
·
5 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 43-minute duration, departing Akron in the morning allows ample time to reach Tipp City without feeling rushed. Fuel costs are estimated at $29, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Akron, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 78 miles on I-71. While the route has only one recommended stop, plan for a brief stretch break about halfway through to stay refreshed. The highway-heavy nature means you'll likely encounter standard services along I-71, so keep an eye out for convenient exit options.
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 92.9 miles from Akron, OH, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78 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 41 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.9 miles or 1h 45m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tipp City, 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 185.8 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 78 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.9 mi from Akron, OH · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.9 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 78 miles.
Arriving in Tipp City, OH
The final approach into Tipp City, 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 Tipp City, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.84 one way
$57.67 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $32.00 | $64.01 |
| premium | $4.91 | $35.91 | $71.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.02 | $82.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.51 | $8.92 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.26 | $7.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.3 | 0 | $26.01 | $11.89 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Tipp City, OH
Night in Tipp City on Wednesday
Local time
11:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Ashley, OH
93 mi in
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 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 43m 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 Tipp City, OH covers 185.8 miles and takes about 3h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, US 36, Kenmore Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.9 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 $28.84 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 is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 185.8 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.
Between Akron, OH and Tipp City, OH, road signs point toward Delaware and Springfield.
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