Origin
Doylestown, OH
Late night in Doylestown on Monday
Local time
12:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Doylestown, OH to Akron, OH
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16.6 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Doylestown, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Doylestown to Akron, you are looking at a straightforward 16.6-mile journey through Ohio. This trip typically takes about 24 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. You will stay within the Midwest region for the entirety of the drive, keeping the transition seamless. Because the travel time is so brief, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule without worrying about long-haul fatigue.
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
8.3 miles from Doylestown, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on I-76, SR 21, and the Innerbelt to move you efficiently toward your destination. Approximately 64% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.1-mile segment on I-76, where you can settle into a steady rhythm. While the route is functional rather than scenic, the transition from local roads to major interstate infrastructure happens quickly. Expect a utilitarian experience that prioritizes speed and directness over leisurely backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 76 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and SR 21. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Portage Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 16.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Portage Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Portage Street
Turn left onto North Portage Street
Navigation decision point
7
5.9 mi into trip
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~9m 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
11 mi into trip
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~15m in
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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
12.9 mi into trip
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~18m in
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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
14.1 mi into trip
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~20m in
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 76 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| SR 21 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Innerbelt | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Akron Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Gates Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Bowery Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 76
— 6.1 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Doylestown, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on West Marion Street
65 ft
·
8 sec
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West Marion Street
2
Turn left onto North Portage Street
415 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Portage Street
3
Turn left onto Gates Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Gates Street
4
Turn right onto SR 585
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Akron Road
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward SR 21 North: Cleveland
6
Merge onto SR 21
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 21
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 76 East, US 224 East: Akron
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 76; US 224
4.8 mi
·
6 min
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I 76; US 224
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76
Toward I 76 East: Akron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 59
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
Exit 21C
Toward SR 59 East: Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on SR 59
406 ft
·
13 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
13
Turn right onto West Center Street
459 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Center Street
14
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Bowery Street
15
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under half an hour, you do not need to worry about complex pacing or scheduled rest stops. You can comfortably make this trip at any time of day, as the short distance allows for total scheduling freedom. Given the reliance on major roads like the Innerbelt, keep an eye on local traffic patterns, as these thoroughfares can fluctuate during peak commuting hours. Because you won't need to refuel mid-trip, you can save your $2 budget for your arrival in Akron. Use the simplicity of the 16.6-mile distance to your advantage by focusing your energy on your plans at the destination rather than the logistics of the transit.
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 8.3 miles from Doylestown, OH, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.1 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 16.6 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 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 20m
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 Doylestown, 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 Doylestown, OH
This is one driving day of about 16.6 miles and 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Doylestown, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 76 for about 6.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Doylestown, OH · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.3 miles from Doylestown, 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
$2.48 one way
$4.97 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $2.77 | $5.54 |
| premium | $4.79 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.69 | $7.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Late night in Akron on Monday
Local time
12:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
21 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
24m 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 Doylestown, OH to Akron, OH covers 16.6 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 76, SR 21, Innerbelt. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 miles from Doylestown, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.48 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 16.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Portage Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles (I 76 / Kenmore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Doylestown, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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