The drive from East Union, OH to Akron, OH covers 111.3 miles and takes about 2h 9m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, Woodsfield Road, East Mill Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 101.1 miles on I 77.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.27 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
55.6 miles from East Union, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 111.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 9m highway drive covering 111.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and Woodsfield Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 101.1 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 15 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 101.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Woodsfield Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.4 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 77 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 77 North
5
8.6 mi into trip|~13m in|I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
109.7 mi into trip|~2h 5m 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
109.9 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|Fountain Street
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
111.1 mi into trip|~2h 8m in|South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
101.1 mi
1h 52m
Woodsfield Road
8 mi
11m
East Mill Street
0.5 mi
1m
Fountain Street
0.4 mi
<1m
McConnelsville Road
0.4 mi
<1m
South Forge Street
0.2 mi
<1m
East Market Street
0.2 mi
<1m
South Main Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 101.1 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Union, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Doshie Road
210 ft·11 sec·Doshie Road
2
Turn right onto SR 78
8.0 mi·11 min·Woodsfield Road
3
Continue on SR 78
0.4 mi·40 sec·McConnelsville Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 77 North
5
Merge onto I 77
101 mi·1 hr 52 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 1AToward Carroll Street, Buchtel AvenueUse the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·Fountain Street
9
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi·23 sec·East Market Street
10
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi·28 sec·South Forge Street
11
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Mill Street
12
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft·3 sec·South Main Street
13
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
14
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft·1 sec·West Bowery Street
15
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 55.6 miles from East Union, OH, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.1 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.6 miles or 1h 5m 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 44m
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 East Union, 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 East Union, OH
This is one driving day of about 111.3 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from East Union, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 101.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.6 mi from East Union, OH
· 1h 5m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 111.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.27 one way
$34.55 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$19.17
$38.34
premium
$4.91
$21.51
$43.02
diesel
$5.61
$24.57
$49.15
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.4
0
$11.69
$5.34
Efficient EV
27.8
0
$9.74
$4.45
EV Truck/SUV
44.5
0
$15.58
$7.12
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
East Union, OH
Afternoon
in East Union on Friday
Local time
12:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Afternoon
in Akron on Friday
Local time
12:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Dover, OH
56 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
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
2h 9m 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 East Union, OH to Akron, OH covers 111.3 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Woodsfield Road, East Mill Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.6 miles from East Union, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.27 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 9m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from East Union, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
