Trip from Beaver, OH to Akron, OH

Drive Time

4h 7m

Distance

202.9 mi

326 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 55m ★

6 AM

4h 8m

8 AM

4h 34m

10 AM

4h 17m

12 PM

4h 14m

3 PM

4h 18m

5 PM

4h 33m

8 PM

4h 0m

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

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Beaver to Akron, expect a straightforward 202.9-mile journey across the Ohio landscape. The drive typically takes about 4 hours and 7 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 23, I-71, and I-76 to complete the connection between these two Midwestern locations. Budgeting approximately $30 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the entire route stays within the state of Ohio, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition between these areas. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you to your destination efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

101.4 miles from Beaver, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a consistent interstate experience, highlighted by a significant 101.8-mile stretch on I-71 that serves as the backbone of your journey. While the road is designed for speed and directness, the character of the drive shifts as you move from the US 23 corridor onto the interstate system. You will spend most of your time behind the wheel focused on steady highway cruising rather than technical maneuvering. Expect a rhythmic, predictable drive that prioritizes travel time over scenic distractions.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 30 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 101.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 71.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 202.9 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 71.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77.5 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 26 key points

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

71.2 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Take the exit toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 55 Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus

77.5 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | I 71

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 101A Toward I 71 North: Cleveland

178.9 mi into trip | ~3h 37m in

Take the exit toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 209A-B Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron

179.1 mi into trip | ~3h 37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 209A Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron

200.4 mi into trip | ~4h 3m 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

Towns Along This Route

Between Beaver, OH and Akron, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Columbus.

Wheeling

69 mi in | ~1h 34m

Columbus

71.2 mi in | ~1h 37m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	101.8 mi	1h 51m
US 23	34.5 mi	44m
I 76	18.4 mi	22m
East Emmitt Avenue	16.7 mi	22m
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway	7.3 mi	8m
Schuster Road	5.4 mi	9m
South Freeway	3.6 mi	4m
South High Street	2.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 101.8 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on SR 335

85 ft · 3 sec · SR 335

Turn right onto SR 335; C-57

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto SR 335

2.0 mi · 3 min · SR 335

Turn right onto SR 32; SR 124

7.3 mi · 8 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway

Turn right onto SR 220

5.4 mi · 9 min · Schuster Road

At end of road, turn right onto SR 220

0.1 mi · 20 sec · West 3rd Street

Turn left onto SR 220

0.1 mi · 21 sec · South Market Street

Turn right onto US 23; SR 104; SR 335

17 mi · 22 min · East Emmitt Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23

34 mi · 44 min · US 23

Toward US 23 North: Columbus Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 23

2.6 mi · 3 min · South High Street

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 270: Columbus, Wheeling

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 270 West Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 270

1.3 mi · 1 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 55 Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Columbus Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 71 North: Columbus Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 71

3.6 mi · 4 min · South Freeway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto I 71

0.4 mi · 45 sec · I 71

Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 70; I 71

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Innerbelt

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 71

Exit 101A Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 71

100 mi · 1 hr 49 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 209A-B Toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min

Exit 209A Toward I 76, US 224 East: Akron Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 76; US 224

17 mi · 20 min · I 76; US 224

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 76

Toward I 76 East: Akron Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 59

2.1 mi · 2 min · Innerbelt

Exit 21C Toward SR 59 East: Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on SR 59

406 ft · 13 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard

Turn right onto West Center Street

459 ft · 19 sec · West Center Street

Turn left onto West Bowery Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · West Bowery Street

Arrive at destination

West Bowery Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a roughly 4-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your day around traffic patterns. With only one recommended stop needed to break up the journey, try to time your break near the midpoint of the route to keep your energy high. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when entering the longer stretches of I-71, as services can be spaced out compared to local roads. Because you are relying heavily on major interstates, check for construction updates on I-71 before you depart to avoid unexpected delays. Taking advantage of the shorter duration allows you to arrive in Akron without the fatigue often associated with longer cross-country hauls.

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 101.4 miles from Beaver, OH, or about 2h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.8 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 80 miles or 1h 49m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 101.4 miles or 2h 13m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 23m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Beaver, 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 Beaver, OH

This is one driving day of about 202.9 miles and 4h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beaver, 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 101.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 101.4 mi from Beaver, OH · 2h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbus, OH

101 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

Columbus, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbus, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 101.4 miles from Beaver, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.8 miles.

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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.35 one way

$60.69 round trip

$3.80/gal 25.4 MPG avg 71 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.24	$33.89	$67.77
premium	$4.79	$38.26	$76.53
diesel	$5.64	$45.08	$90.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 71 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60.9	0	$21.30	$9.74
Efficient EV	50.7	0	$17.75	$8.12
EV Truck/SUV	81.2	1	$28.41	$12.99

Gas CO2

71 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Beaver, OH

Evening in Beaver on Sunday

Local time

8:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Akron, OH

Evening in Akron on Sunday

Local time

8:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°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

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

4h 7m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Beaver, OH to Akron, OH covers 202.9 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, US 23, I 76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 101.4 miles from Beaver, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.35 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Beaver, OH and Akron, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Columbus.

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Trip from Beaver, OH to Akron, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Akron, OH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Beaver, OH

Akron, OH

Same local time

13 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 7m on the road

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