Origin
Dresden, OH
Late night in Dresden on Thursday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dresden, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h
Distance
96.6 mi
155 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dresden, OH
Niklas Jeromin
Trip Overview
This straightforward 96.6-mile drive from Dresden to Akron, OH, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical choice for a quick journey within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes I-77, offering a direct path for most of the drive. This highway-focused profile means you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads, making it a convenient option when time is a factor. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's ideal for a spontaneous outing or a functional commute.
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
48.3 miles from Dresden, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 96.6-mile trip, with 82% of the journey on interstates and major roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 60.8 miles on I-77, allowing for a steady pace. While the primary roads are I-77, US 36, and Raiders Road, the character leans heavily towards efficient travel rather than leisurely cruising. You'll likely experience a consistent driving rhythm, punctuated by transitions between these main arteries, rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 60.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and US 36. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.2 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 95 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
34.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
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I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
95 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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
4
95.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
Fountain Street
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
96.4 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 60.8 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 36 | 18.1 mi | 23m |
| Raiders Road | 13.3 mi | 18m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Dresden Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Dresden Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Mill Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Fountain Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 60.8 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dresden, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on East 8th Street
89 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 8th Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on North Dresden Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dresden Road
4
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on Dresden Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Dresden Road
6
Turn right onto SR 16
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Raiders Road
7
Continue on US 36; SR 83
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 36; SR 83
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
9
Merge onto I 77
61 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
13
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Market Street
14
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
15
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
16
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
17
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
18
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
This 2-hour, 96.6-mile drive is perfectly suited for a single day, so you have flexibility in when you depart. Consider leaving Dresden in the morning to arrive in Akron with ample daylight. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, you won't need frequent refueling stops, but it's always wise to check your gauge before heading out. Keep an eye on signage for I-77, as it's the dominant road for this route and will guide you most of the way to Akron. Since there are no specific recommended stops, you can decide on the fly if you need a break.
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 48.3 miles from Dresden, OH, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.8 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 21 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.3 miles or 1h 3m 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 38m
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 Dresden, 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 Dresden, OH
This is one driving day of about 96.6 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Dresden, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 60.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.3 mi from Dresden, OH · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.3 miles from Dresden, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.8 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.99 one way
$29.98 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $16.64 | $33.28 |
| premium | $4.91 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.33 | $42.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.64 |
| Efficient EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.45 | $3.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.52 | $6.18 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Akron, OH
Late night in Akron on Thursday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 9 mph
60% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 5:16PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 4:58PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
49°F
Dover, OH
48 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
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
2h 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 Dresden, OH to Akron, OH covers 96.6 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, US 36, Raiders 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 48.3 miles from Dresden, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.99 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 drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.2 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 95 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Dresden, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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