Origin
Akron, OH
Night in Akron on Wednesday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Akron, OH to Bethlehem, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
78.1 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethlehem, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Akron to Bethlehem, you are looking at a straightforward 78.1-mile journey across Ohio. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 37 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable trip to complete in a single day. Since the entire drive stays within the Midwest, you won't experience any major regional transitions or terrain shifts. Budgeting about $12 for fuel should be sufficient for the round trip, keeping your overhead costs quite low. This route is ideal for those who prefer local roads over high-speed interstates, as you will navigate through West Center Street, Rand Avenue, and the Innerbelt. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that works perfectly for a quick getaway or a necessary commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
39.1 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget about the monotony of long-haul interstate cruising; this route is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, meaning your focus will be entirely on navigating local thoroughfares. Because the path relies on streets like Rand Avenue and the Innerbelt, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience that requires constant attention to turns rather than cruise control. There are no exceptionally long, uninterrupted stretches here, so the pace remains consistent and deliberate. You will feel the true character of the local infrastructure as you maneuver through these connected city routes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Center Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Akron, OH to Bethlehem, OH is easy. At 1h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Akron, OH to Bethlehem, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Center Street | — | — |
| Rand Avenue | — | — |
| Innerbelt | — | — |
| Kenmore Expressway | — | — |
| I 71 South | — | — |
| US 30 | — | — |
| US 30 West | — | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Center Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Bethlehem, 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 the end of the road, turn left onto Rand Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Rand Avenue
4
Turn straight onto Innerbelt
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
5
Merge slight left
1.0 mi
·
1 min
6
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Columbus
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 71 South: Columbus
8
Merge slight left
32 mi
·
33 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
10
Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Mansfield
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 30 West: Mansfield
11
Merge slight left
7.6 mi
·
9 min
12
Keep slight left to continue on Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
13
Take the exit slight right toward Ontario, Crestline
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Ontario, Crestline
14
Turn right onto Lincoln Highway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Highway
15
Continue on East Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
16
Turn right onto North Seltzer Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Seltzer Street
17
Turn straight
2.6 mi
·
4 min
18
Turn straight onto State Route 61
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 61
19
Turn right
72 ft
·
5 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits you best. Because the drive is only 1 hour and 37 minutes, there is no need to plan for overnight stops or extensive rest breaks. Keep in mind that this is a turn-heavy route, so double-check your GPS directions before departing to ensure you are comfortable navigating the transitions between West Center Street and the Innerbelt. Use your $12 fuel budget as a baseline, but consider topping off your tank in Akron before you head out to ensure you have a smooth, uninterrupted run to Bethlehem. Staying alert through the local intersections is your best strategy for a stress-free arrival.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.1 miles from Akron, OH, or about 48m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.1 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Akron, OH
This is one driving day of about 78.1 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Akron, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.1 mi from Akron, OH · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bethlehem, OH
The final approach into Bethlehem, 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
$12.12 one way
$24.24 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.45 | $26.90 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.09 | $30.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.24 | $34.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.20 | $3.75 |
| Efficient EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.83 | $3.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.93 | $5.00 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Bethlehem, OH
Night in Bethlehem on Wednesday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
8 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 37m 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 Bethlehem, OH covers 78.1 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Center Street, Rand Avenue, Innerbelt. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.1 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 $12.12 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.
The drive from Akron, OH to Bethlehem, OH is easy. At 1h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Akron, OH to Bethlehem, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Akron, OH to Bethlehem, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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