Origin
Akron, OH
Afternoon in Akron on Thursday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
182.1 mi
293 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The drive from Akron, OH to Middleport, OH covers 182.1 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Main Street, East Mill Street, South Forge Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
91 miles from Akron, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 182.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 3h 30m drive with frequent turns across 182.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Akron, OH to Middleport, OH is easy. At 3h 30m 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 Middleport, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | — | — |
| East Mill Street | — | — |
| South Forge Street | — | — |
| East Market Street | — | — |
| Goodkirk Street | — | — |
| SR 8 South | — | — |
| Akron Expressway | — | — |
| US 50 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and Middleport, OH.
Start on West Bowery Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Mill Street
Exit the roundabout onto East Mill Street
Continue on South Forge Street
Turn right onto East Market Street
Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
Take the ramp slight left toward SR 8 South
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
Turn right onto Corridor D
Keep slight left to continue on US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
Merge slight left onto SR 7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Nye Avenue
Turn right onto East Main Street
Continue on West Main Street
Continue on North 2nd Avenue
At the end of the road, turn right onto Mill Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 40 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middleport, OH than in the middle of the route.
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 182.1 miles and 3h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91 mi from Akron, OH · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 91 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Middleport, 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 Middleport, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$28.26 one way
$56.52 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $31.37 | $62.73 |
| premium | $4.91 | $35.19 | $70.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.21 | $80.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.6 | 0 | $19.12 | $8.74 |
| Efficient EV | 45.5 | 0 | $15.93 | $7.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.8 | 0 | $25.49 | $11.65 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Akron on Thursday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Middleport on Thursday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
48°F
East Union, OH
91 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
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
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.
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