Origin
Cridersville, OH
Morning in Cridersville on Thursday
Local time
6:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 38m
Distance
164 mi
264 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 28m
★
6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cridersville, OH
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH covers 164 miles and takes about 2h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Main Street, National Road, SR 696 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.45 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
82 miles from Cridersville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 164 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 38m drive with frequent turns across 164 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main 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 Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 2h 38m 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 Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | — | — |
| National Road | — | — |
| SR 696 | — | — |
| East Lincoln Highway | — | — |
| County Road 15 / Hancock Road | — | — |
| I 71 North | — | — |
| I 76 | — | — |
| Kenmore Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cridersville, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Shawnee Road
46 ft
·
7 sec
·
Shawnee Road
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on National Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
National Road
4
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
18 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward SR 696: Delphos, Upper Sandusky
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
SR 696: Delphos, Upper Sandusky
7
Turn right onto East Lincoln Highway
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
East Lincoln Highway
8
Turn right onto County Road 15 / Hancock Road
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
County Road 15 / Hancock Road
9
Turn left
37 mi
·
39 min
10
Take the exit slight right
46 mi
·
51 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71 North: Cleveland
12
Merge slight left
32 mi
·
34 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76, US 224 East: Akron
15
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
20 min
16
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 East: Akron
18
Keep slight right to continue on Innerbelt
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
19
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
407 ft
·
14 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
20
Turn right onto West Center Street
459 ft
·
20 sec
·
West Center Street
21
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Bowery Street
22
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82 miles from Cridersville, OH, or about 1h 19m 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 36 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82 miles or 1h 19m 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 10m
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 Cridersville, 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 Cridersville, OH
This is one driving day of about 164 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Cridersville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82 mi from Cridersville, OH · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82 miles from Cridersville, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Akron, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.45 one way
$50.90 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $28.25 | $56.50 |
| premium | $4.91 | $31.70 | $63.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.21 | $72.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.22 | $7.87 |
| Efficient EV | 41 | 0 | $14.35 | $6.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.96 | $10.50 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Morning in Akron on Thursday
Local time
6:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
82 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
7 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 38m 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 Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH covers 164 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, National Road, SR 696. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82 miles from Cridersville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.45 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.
The drive from Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 2h 38m 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 Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cridersville, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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