Origin
Bethlehem, OH
Night in Bethlehem on Wednesday
Local time
11:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
76.9 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethlehem, OH
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Bethlehem and Akron covers 76.9 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes. Since this trip is well within the range of a standard day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Your journey will rely entirely on local roads, including State Route 61, Brannon Road, and East Main Street, rather than major interstates. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should be sufficient to cover your travel costs for this Midwestern excursion. It is a straightforward, manageable drive that keeps you off the highway system entirely. Expect a practical transit experience that connects these two Ohio locations without the complexity of long-distance highway travel.
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
38.4 miles from Bethlehem, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the route features a 0% highway share, you will be navigating surface roads for the entire 76.9 miles. The road’s personality is defined by frequent turns rather than long, uninterrupted straightaways or high-speed cruising. You will experience a consistent pace as you transition between State Route 61, Brannon Road, and East Main Street. This is not a route for those looking to zone out on an interstate; instead, it is a technical, localized journey that requires you to stay engaged with the road layout as you navigate through the Ohio landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 61 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 61 | — | — |
| Brannon Road | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Lincoln Highway | — | — |
| West 4th Street | — | — |
| US 30 East | — | — |
| I 71 North | — | — |
| I 76 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
State Route 61
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on the route
72 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto State Route 61
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
State Route 61
3
Continue on State Route 61
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
State Route 61
4
Keep slight left to continue on State Route 61
433 ft
·
9 sec
·
State Route 61
5
Continue on Brannon Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Brannon Road
6
Turn straight
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
7
Continue straight
0.8 mi
·
1 min
8
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
9
Continue on Lincoln Highway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Highway
10
Continue on West 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 4th Street
11
Turn left onto US 30 East: Mansfield
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 30 East: Mansfield
12
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
15 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71 North: Cleveland
14
Merge slight left
32 mi
·
34 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76, US 224 East: Akron
17
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
20 min
18
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 East: Akron
20
Keep slight right to continue on Innerbelt
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
21
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
407 ft
·
14 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
22
Turn right onto West Center Street
459 ft
·
20 sec
·
West Center Street
23
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Bowery Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. Aim to depart outside of peak morning or evening hours to ensure a smoother, more consistent flow on these local roads. Because there are no designated stops scheduled into this 1 hour and 18-minute drive, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, keeping that $12 estimate in mind for your budget. Keep a close eye on your navigation, especially when transitioning between State Route 61 and the local segments like Brannon Road and East Main Street. Staying alert for those frequent turns is the best way to ensure you arrive in Akron without any unnecessary detours.
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 38.4 miles from Bethlehem, OH, or about 39m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.4 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 6m
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 Bethlehem, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bethlehem, OH
This is one driving day of about 76.9 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Bethlehem, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.4 mi from Bethlehem, OH · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.4 miles from Bethlehem, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.93 one way
$23.87 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $13.25 | $26.49 |
| premium | $4.91 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.98 | $33.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Akron, OH
Night in Akron on Wednesday
Local time
11:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Ashland, OH
38 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
1h 18m 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 Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 61, Brannon Road, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.4 miles from Bethlehem, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.93 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.
The drive from Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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