Origin
Cortland, OH
Night in Cortland on Wednesday
Local time
10:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cortland, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
51.8 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cortland, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
The drive from Cortland, OH to Akron, OH covers 51.8 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Mecca Street, SR 5, Warren Outer Belt for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.04 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.9 miles from Cortland, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 2m drive with frequent turns across 51.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mecca Street 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 Cortland, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 2m 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 Cortland, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mecca Street | — | — |
| SR 5 | — | — |
| Warren Outer Belt | — | — |
| I 76 West | — | — |
| SR 8 North | — | — |
| Akron Expressway | — | — |
| Carroll Street | — | — |
| Fountain Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Mecca Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cortland, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on North High Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North High Street
2
Turn left onto Mecca Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mecca Street
3
Continue straight
3.7 mi
·
6 min
4
Take the ramp slight right toward SR 5, SR 82 West: Ravenna
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
SR 5, SR 82 West: Ravenna
5
Merge slight left onto Warren Outer Belt
25 mi
·
32 min
·
Warren Outer Belt
6
Turn slight left
4.0 mi
·
5 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 West
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 76 West
8
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
16 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 8 North: Cuyahoga Falls
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
SR 8 North: Cuyahoga Falls
10
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Akron Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
12
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Fountain Street
13
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
14
Turn left onto East Market Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Market Street
15
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
16
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
18
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Bowery Street
20
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 25.9 miles from Cortland, OH, or about 31m 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 11 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.9 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
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 Cortland, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cortland, OH
This is one driving day of about 51.8 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Cortland, 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 25.9 mi from Cortland, OH · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.9 miles from Cortland, 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
$8.04 one way
$16.08 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.01 | $20.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.25 | $3.32 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
10:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Charlestown, OH
26 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
11 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 2m 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 Cortland, OH to Akron, OH covers 51.8 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mecca Street, SR 5, Warren Outer Belt. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.9 miles from Cortland, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.04 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 Cortland, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 2m 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 Cortland, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cortland, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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