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Trip from Devola, OH to Akron, OH

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 23m

Distance

124.2 mi

200 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 14m ★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Devola, OH, OH

Devola, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Trip Overview

The drive from Devola, OH to Akron, OH covers 124.2 miles and takes about 2h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 77, Arends-Ridge Road, Masonic Park Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 119.8 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.28 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.

Midpoint

62.1 miles from Devola, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 124.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 23m highway drive covering 124.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and Arends-Ridge Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 119.8 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 16 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 119.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Arends-Ridge Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near SR 60 / Main Street.

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 23m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (SR 60 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (SR 821 / Cambridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | SR 60 / Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto SR 60 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
2.3 mi into trip | ~6m in | SR 821 / Cambridge Road

At end of road, turn left onto SR 821 / Cambridge Road

Navigation decision point

5
2.9 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 77

Merge onto I 77

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
122.7 mi into trip | ~2h 19m 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
124.1 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in | South Main Street

Enter roundabout onto South Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 77 119.8 mi 2h 12m
Arends-Ridge Road 1 mi 4m
Masonic Park Road 0.7 mi 1m
Main Street 0.6 mi <1m
East Mill Street 0.5 mi 1m
Fountain Street 0.4 mi <1m
Cambridge Road 0.4 mi <1m
South Forge Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 77 — 119.8 mi, about 2h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Devola, OH and Akron, OH.

1

Start on Masonic Park Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Masonic Park Road
2

At end of road, turn left onto SR 60

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Main Street
3

Turn right onto Arends-Ridge Road

1.0 mi · 4 min · Arends-Ridge Road
4

At end of road, turn left onto SR 821

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Cambridge Road
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
6

Merge onto I 77

120 mi · 2 hr 12 min · I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 1A Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue Use the slight right lane.
8

Turn straight onto Fountain Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9

Continue on Fountain Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Fountain Street
10

Turn left onto SR 18

0.2 mi · 23 sec · East Market Street
11

Turn left onto South Forge Street

0.2 mi · 28 sec · South Forge Street
12

Continue on East Mill Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Mill Street
13

Enter roundabout onto South Main Street

162 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street
14

Continue on South Main Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · South Main Street
15

Turn right onto West Bowery Street

72 ft · 1 sec · West Bowery Street
16

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 62.1 miles from Devola, OH, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.8 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 27 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 62.1 miles or 1h 12m 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 56m

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 Devola, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Devola, OH

This is one driving day of about 124.2 miles and 2h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Devola, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 119.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 62.1 mi from Devola, OH · 1h 12m into the drive

city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Philadelphia, OH

62 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

Caldwell, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Philadelphia, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62.1 miles from Devola, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119.8 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

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 125.3
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.28 one way

$38.55 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $21.39 $42.79
premium $4.91 $24.00 $48.01
diesel $5.61 $27.42 $54.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.3 0 $13.04 $5.96
Efficient EV 31.1 0 $10.87 $4.97
EV Truck/SUV 49.7 0 $17.39 $7.95

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (65% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Devola, OH

Evening in Devola on Thursday

Local time

5:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Akron, OH

Evening in Akron on Thursday

Local time

5:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

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

2h 23m 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 Devola, OH to Akron, OH covers 124.2 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Arends-Ridge Road, Masonic Park Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.1 miles from Devola, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.28 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 is a straightforward 2h 23m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (SR 60 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (SR 821 / Cambridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Devola, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

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