Clark, OH to Akron, OH is 62.9 miles and takes about 1h 30m via SR 83 and I-76, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, one-day trip connecting two points within Ohio's Midwest region. The drive is predominantly on main roads, making it a practical choice for a quick journey. You won't encounter significant overnight requirements, but planning for traffic, especially near Akron, is advisable. It's a solid option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.5 miles from Clark, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 62.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 56% of it being on highways. You'll encounter a 24.5-mile stretch on SR 83, providing a longer, uninterrupted drive segment. The journey transitions between state routes and the interstate, meaning you'll experience both faster-paced highway driving and potentially more varied conditions on local roads. Expect a practical, functional drive rather than a particularly scenic one, as the focus is on efficient travel between the two Ohio locations.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 83 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.8 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.9 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.3 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
29.8 mi into trip|~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 585 North: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward SR 585 North: Akron
7
52.2 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, US 224 East: 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.
Toward I 76 East, US 224 East: Akron
6
57.3 mi into trip|~1h 22m in|I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Kenmore Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Akron
8
60.4 mi into trip|~1h 26m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 83
24.5 mi
35m
Akron Road
17.9 mi
24m
I 76
6.1 mi
7m
Millersburg Road
4 mi
6m
SR 21
2.8 mi
3m
Innerbelt
2.1 mi
2m
Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
2m
West Main Street
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
SR 83
— 24.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clark, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on County Road 19A
63 ft·7 sec·County Road 19A
2
Turn left onto SR 83
22 mi·32 min·SR 83
3
Continue on SR 83
4.0 mi·6 min·Millersburg Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto SR 83
1.0 mi·1 min·Dover Road
5
Turn left onto SR 83
2.7 mi·3 min·SR 83
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
170 ft·10 sec
Toward SR 585 North: Akron
8
Turn left onto SR 585
2.4 mi·3 min·Akron Road
9
Enter roundabout onto SR 585
117 ft·1 sec·Akron Road
10
Continue on SR 585
2.0 mi·2 min·Akron Road
11
Continue on SR 585
1.3 mi·2 min·West Main Street
12
Continue on SR 585
14 mi·18 min·Akron Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward SR 21 North: Cleveland
14
Merge onto SR 21
2.8 mi·3 min·SR 21
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 76 East, US 224 East: AkronUse the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 76; US 224
4.8 mi·6 min·I 76; US 224
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi·2 min·Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi·1 min·I 76
Toward I 76 East: AkronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 59
2.1 mi·2 min·Innerbelt
Exit 21CToward SR 59 East: DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on SR 59
406 ft·13 sec·Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
21
Turn right onto West Center Street
459 ft·19 sec·West Center Street
22
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
0.2 mi·33 sec·West Bowery Street
23
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1 hour and 30 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, but aim to avoid peak commuter times if heading into Akron. With only 62.9 miles, fuel stops are unlikely to be a major concern, especially with an estimated fuel cost of just $10. The longest stretch without a major change in road is 24.5 miles on SR 83, so you can easily break up the drive with a brief stop if needed, though it's not strictly necessary for this short distance.
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 31.5 miles from Clark, OH, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.5 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 14 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.5 miles or 45m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Akron, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clark, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clark, OH
This is one driving day of about 62.9 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Clark, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 83 for about 24.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 62.9
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.9
0
$6.60
$3.02
Efficient EV
15.7
0
$5.50
$2.52
EV Truck/SUV
25.2
0
$8.81
$4.03
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Clark, OH
Morning
in Clark on Saturday
Local time
9:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Morning
in Akron on Saturday
Local time
9:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 12 to 17 mph94% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
15 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 30m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clark, OH to Akron, OH covers 62.9 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 83, Akron Road, I 76. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.5 miles from Clark, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.76 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.9 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.3 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clark, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
