Origin
Berea, OH
Afternoon in Berea on Thursday
Local time
2:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berea, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
50m
Distance
37.6 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berea, OH
Andressa Chagas
Trip Overview
The drive from Berea, OH to Akron, OH covers 37.6 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, I 77, Medina Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 37.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 50m highway drive covering 37.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and I 77. The longest continuous stretch is about 16 miles on I 71.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 16 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 77. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near East Bagley Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 37.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (East Bagley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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East Bagley Road
Turn right onto East Bagley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 71
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
18.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward SR 18: Akron, Medina
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 218
Toward SR 18: Akron, Medina
6
26.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
35.1 mi into trip
|
~46m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Berea, OH to Akron, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Medina along the way.
Medina
18.3 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 16 mi | 17m |
| I 77 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| Medina Road | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Innerbelt | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| East Bagley Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Eastland Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Bowery Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 16 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berea, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on West Bridge Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Bridge Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto Eastland Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastland Road
3
Turn right onto East Bagley Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Bagley Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
5
Merge onto I 71
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 218
Toward SR 18: Akron, Medina
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto SR 18
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Medina Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 77 South, SR 21 South
9
Merge onto I 77; SR 21
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 77; SR 21
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 77
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
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.
12
Continue on SR 59
406 ft
·
13 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
13
Turn right onto West Center Street
459 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Center Street
14
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Bowery Street
15
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.8 mi from Berea, OH · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Berea, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Akron, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Akron, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.84 one way
$11.67 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.48 | $12.95 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.27 | $14.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Akron, OH
Afternoon in Akron on Thursday
Local time
2:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Hinckley, OH
19 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
50m 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 Berea, OH to Akron, OH covers 37.6 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, I 77, Medina Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.8 miles from Berea, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.84 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 is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 37.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (East Bagley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Berea, OH to Akron, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Medina along the way.
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