Origin
Bloomfield, OH
Evening in Bloomfield on Thursday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomfield, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
133.1 mi
214 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
★
6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield, OH
Ron Lach
Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomfield, OH to Akron, OH covers 133.1 miles and takes about 2h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, Frostyville Road, State Route 565 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 101.1 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.5 miles from Bloomfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 49m. Total distance: 133.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 49m highway drive covering 133.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and Frostyville Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 101.1 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 101.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Frostyville Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in near SR 565 / State Route 565.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 49m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles (SR 565 / State Route 565): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 30.4 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
SR 565 / State Route 565
At end of road, turn left onto SR 565 / State Route 565
Navigation decision point
5
30.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the ramp toward I 77 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 77 North
5
30.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
131.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
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 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
5
132.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
|
South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 101.1 mi | 1h 52m |
| Frostyville Road | 13.5 mi | 23m |
| State Route 565 | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| State Route 260 | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Harriettsville Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Woodsfield Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Mill Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Fountain Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 101.1 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on SR 260
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
SR 260
2
Turn slight left onto SR 260
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 260
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 565
6.9 mi
·
12 min
·
State Route 565
4
At end of road, turn left onto SR 145
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Harriettsville Road
5
Turn right onto SR 564
13 mi
·
23 min
·
Frostyville Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto SR 78
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodsfield Road
7
Continue on SR 78
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
McConnelsville Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 77 North
9
Merge onto I 77
101 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
13
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Market Street
14
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
15
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
16
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
17
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
18
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.5 miles from Bloomfield, OH, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.1 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 29 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.5 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
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 Bloomfield, 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 Bloomfield, OH
This is one driving day of about 133.1 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Bloomfield, 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 77 for about 101.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.5 mi from Bloomfield, OH · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.5 miles from Bloomfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.1 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
$20.66 one way
$41.31 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $22.93 | $45.85 |
| premium | $4.91 | $25.72 | $51.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.39 | $58.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.98 | $6.39 |
| Efficient EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.63 | $8.52 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Akron, OH
Evening in Akron on Thursday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Caldwell, OH
67 mi in
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
10 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
2h 49m 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 Bloomfield, OH to Akron, OH covers 133.1 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Frostyville Road, State Route 565. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.5 miles from Bloomfield, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.66 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 49m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles (SR 565 / State Route 565): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 30.4 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomfield, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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