Fairfield Beach to Akron is 137.5 miles and takes about 2h 43m via I 77, I 70, and SR 13, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward Midwest drive keeps you primarily on major highways, making it a quick and efficient trip. You'll be traveling within Ohio for the entire journey, so no need to worry about state lines. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for your destination.
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
68.8 miles from Fairfield Beach, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 137.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major interstates and state routes. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including an uninterrupted segment of 82 miles on I 77. The profile suggests a generally fast-paced experience, minimizing time spent on slower local roads. Expect smooth sailing for most of the 2h 43m trip, characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 82 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and I 70. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Maple Road Northeast.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.5 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Maple Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (CR 1 / Custers Point Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 53.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|Maple Road Northeast
Turn right onto Maple Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip|~3m in|CR 1 / Custers Point Road Northeast
At end of road, turn left onto CR 1 / Custers Point Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
53.4 mi into trip|~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
5
54 mi into trip|~1h 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
136 mi into trip|~2h 39m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
82 mi
1h 31m
I 70
46.7 mi
50m
SR 13
1.9 mi
3m
Zartman Road
1.4 mi
3m
Honey Creek Road N West
1.1 mi
2m
East Mill Street
0.5 mi
1m
Fairfield Beach Road Northeast
0.5 mi
1m
Roberts Road
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 82 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield Beach, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Laurel Road Northeast
0.1 mi·33 sec·Laurel Road Northeast
2
Continue on Laural Road
424 ft·22 sec·Laural Road
3
Turn left onto Mall Drive
134 ft·8 sec·Mall Drive
4
Turn right onto Maple Road Northeast
0.1 mi·27 sec·Maple Road Northeast
5
Turn left
342 ft·15 sec
6
Turn slight left onto CR 3
0.5 mi·1 min·Fairfield Beach Road Northeast
7
At end of road, turn left onto CR 1
0.1 mi·22 sec·Custers Point Road Northeast
8
Turn right onto CR 59
1.4 mi·3 min·Zartman Road
9
Turn left onto CR 87
0.4 mi·1 min·Roberts Road
10
Turn right onto CR 2
1.1 mi·2 min·Honey Creek Road N West
11
Continue on CR 2
0.3 mi·48 sec·Honey Creek Road Northwest
12
Turn left onto CR 30
101 ft·6 sec·Zion Road
13
Turn left onto SR 13
1.9 mi·3 min·SR 13
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
15
Merge onto I 70
47 mi·50 min·I 70
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 180BToward I 77 North: Cleveland
17
Merge onto I 77
82 mi·1 hr 31 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 1AToward Carroll Street, Buchtel AvenueUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·Fountain Street
21
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi·23 sec·East Market Street
22
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi·28 sec·South Forge Street
23
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Mill Street
24
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft·3 sec·South Main Street
25
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
26
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft·1 sec·West Bowery Street
27
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time under 3 hours and a fuel cost around $21, this trip offers significant flexibility. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your time in Akron. While the longest stretch is 82 miles, you'll encounter opportunities for breaks along I 77 and I 70. Plan to refuel before leaving Fairfield Beach or shortly after hitting I 77 to ensure you have plenty of gas for the entire 137.5-mile journey. Since it's a single-day trip, you can easily adjust your departure time based on traffic or personal preference.
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 68.8 miles from Fairfield Beach, OH, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82 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 30 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.8 miles or 1h 24m 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 13m
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 Fairfield Beach, 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 Fairfield Beach, OH
This is one driving day of about 137.5 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Fairfield Beach, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 82 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.8 mi from Fairfield Beach, OH
· 1h 24m into the drive
The midpoint is around 68.8 miles from Fairfield Beach, 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 82 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.
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 137.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.34 one way
$42.68 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$23.68
$47.37
premium
$4.91
$26.57
$53.15
diesel
$5.61
$30.36
$60.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.3
0
$14.44
$6.60
Efficient EV
34.4
0
$12.03
$5.50
EV Truck/SUV
55
0
$19.25
$8.80
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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 16, 2026
Origin
Fairfield Beach, OH
Afternoon
in Fairfield Beach on Friday
Local time
12:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Afternoon
in Akron on Friday
Local time
12:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Dover, OH
69 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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 43m 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 Fairfield Beach, OH to Akron, OH covers 137.5 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, I 70, SR 13. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.8 miles from Fairfield Beach, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.34 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.5 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Maple Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (CR 1 / Custers Point Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 53.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Fairfield Beach, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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.
