Trip from Berea, OH to Akron, OH

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 71, I 77, Medina Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 18.8 miles from Berea, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

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.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

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

Save up to 13 min

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.

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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 points

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

5

1 mi into trip | ~2m in | 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

Hinckley, OH

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

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Medina, OH

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	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	11.3	$3.95	$1.80
Efficient EV	9.4	$3.29	$1.50
EV Truck/SUV	15	$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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Berea, OH

Afternoon in Berea on Thursday

Local time

1:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Akron, OH

Afternoon in Akron on Thursday

Local time

1:50 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.