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Trip from Barberton, OH to Akron, OH

Drive Time

14m

Distance

7.3 mi

12 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 13m ★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Barberton, OH, OH

Barberton, OH

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick commute between Barberton and Akron, Ohio, this 7.3-mile trip is an incredibly efficient way to bridge the two cities. You can expect to spend about 14 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a total fuel budget of just $1, the route is as budget-friendly as it is convenient. You will primarily navigate via Wooster Road North, East Avenue, and the Innerbelt. Because both locations sit firmly within the Midwest, the transition is seamless and familiar. This is a straightforward local drive that requires no overnight stops, allowing you maximum flexibility for your schedule.

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

3.7 miles from Barberton, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than an open highway cruise. Only about 5% of this 7.3-mile journey takes place on highways, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time on urban streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch lasts just 2.2 miles while traveling on Wooster Road North. Because of the frequent turns and local road focus, you should stay alert for shifting traffic patterns as you navigate the transition from Barberton into Akron. The road character remains consistent throughout the short 14-minute duration, favoring neighborhood navigation over high-speed transit.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wooster Road North is the longest continuous segment at about 2.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.3 miles you will encounter 7 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Wooster Road North): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Wooster Road North

Turn right onto Wooster Road North

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
5
4.2 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the ramp toward I 77 South, I 76 East

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 77 South, I 76 East
8
4.8 mi into trip | ~10m in | SR 59 / Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 59 / Innerbelt toward SR 59 East: Downtown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 21C Toward SR 59 East: Downtown
4
7 mi into trip | ~13m in | West Center Street

Turn right onto West Center Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Wooster Road North 2.2 mi 5m
Innerbelt 2.1 mi 2m
East Avenue 1.9 mi 3m
I 76 0.4 mi <1m
West Bowery Street 0.2 mi <1m
West Center Street <0.1 mi <1m
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Wooster Road North — 2.2 mi, about 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Barberton, OH and Akron, OH.

1

Start on the route

161 ft · 14 sec · the route
2

Turn left

128 ft · 11 sec
3

Turn right onto Wooster Road North

2.2 mi · 5 min · Wooster Road North
4

Continue on East Avenue

1.9 mi · 3 min · East Avenue
5

Take the ramp right toward I 77 South, I 76 East

0.2 mi · 32 sec · I 77 South, I 76 East
6

Merge slight left

0.4 mi · 33 sec
7

Keep slight right to continue on Innerbelt

2.1 mi · 2 min · Innerbelt
8

Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard

407 ft · 14 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
9

Turn right onto West Center Street

459 ft · 20 sec · West Center Street
10

Turn left onto West Bowery Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · West Bowery Street
11

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this trip is so brief, you have the advantage of total scheduling freedom. You do not need to worry about pacing, as there are no scheduled stops required to complete the 7.3-mile distance. Keep your fuel tank topped off before you leave, though your $1 cost estimate suggests it will barely impact your budget. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, double-check your navigation before pulling out of Barberton to ensure you stay on the correct path through the Innerbelt. Use the short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Akron exactly when you need to be there, without needing to account for long-distance fatigue.

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 3.7 miles from Barberton, OH, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.2 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 7.3 miles or 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 3.7 miles or 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Akron, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Barberton, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Barberton, OH

This is one driving day of about 7.3 miles and 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barberton, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Wooster Road North for about 2.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 3.7 mi from Barberton, OH · 8m into the drive

Downtown Farrell, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Farrell, PA

4 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

Farrell, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 7.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Farrell, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 3.7 miles from Barberton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Akron, OH

The final approach into Akron, 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 Akron, OH.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

National Park

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 6.8
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.09 one way

$2.18 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 3 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.24 $1.22 $2.44
premium $4.79 $1.38 $2.75
diesel $5.64 $1.62 $3.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$26–$51

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2.2 0 $0.77 $0.35
Efficient EV 1.8 0 $0.64 $0.29
EV Truck/SUV 2.9 0 $1.02 $0.47

Gas CO2

3 kg

EV CO2

1 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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 hours ago

Origin

Barberton, OH

Morning in Barberton on Monday

Local time

7:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Akron, OH

Morning in Akron on Monday

Local time

7:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

SW 10 to 15 mph 37% chance 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

13 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

14m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Barberton, OH to Akron, OH covers 7.3 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wooster Road North, Innerbelt, East Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.7 miles from Barberton, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.09 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.3 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Wooster Road North): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Barberton, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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