Origin
Glouster, OH
Night in Glouster on Thursday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glouster, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h
Distance
145.4 mi
234 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
★
6 AM
3h 1m
8 AM
3h 24m
10 AM
3h 9m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 10m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glouster, OH
Y O U S E F M O R S I
Trip Overview
Traveling from Glouster to Akron covers 148 miles through the heart of Ohio. Expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes, making this a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes Broad Street, Hwy 312, and Maysville Pike rather than major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, it is a budget-friendly journey across the Midwest. Because the path relies on local roads, you should plan for a steady pace rather than high-speed highway cruising. Whether you are heading north for business or a visit, this route offers a direct connection between the two points.
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
72.7 miles from Glouster, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h. Total distance: 145.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this 100% local road route keeps you engaged with its winding nature. You will not find long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, so expect to navigate through changing terrain and local intersections throughout the entire 148-mile trip. The character of the road remains consistent, favoring backroads over high-speed lanes. Keep your hands on the wheel and be ready to adapt to the technical sections that define this regional Ohio transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 35.8 miles in near US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 145.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 35.8 miles (US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 61.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
35.8 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
36.3 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Navigation decision point
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
5
61.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m 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
61.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
143.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 82 mi | 1h 31m |
| I 70 | 24.8 mi | 26m |
| SR 93 | 13.8 mi | 20m |
| Broad Street | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| Maysville Pike | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| SR 13 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Maysville Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Town Hwy 312 | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 82 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glouster, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Continue on SR 13; SR 78
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Broad Street
3
Turn right onto Town Hwy 312
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Town Hwy 312
4
Turn right onto SR 13
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 13
5
Continue on SR 93
14 mi
·
20 min
·
SR 93
6
Keep slight left at fork
82 ft
·
4 sec
7
Turn right onto US 22; SR 93
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Maysville Pike
8
Continue on US 22; SR 93
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Maysville Avenue
9
Continue on US 22; SR 93
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Putnam Avenue
10
Continue on US 22; SR 93
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South 6th Street
11
Turn right onto US 22; US 40; SR 93
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto US 22; US 40; SR 60; SR 93; SR 146
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Underwood Street
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
14
Merge onto I 70
25 mi
·
26 min
·
I 70
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 180B
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
16
Merge onto I 77
82 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
20
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Market Street
21
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
22
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
23
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
24
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
25
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
26
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic. Plan for at least one stop during your 2-hour and 36-minute journey to stretch your legs and refresh. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, daylight driving is highly recommended to better navigate the local intersections safely. Keep your $22 fuel budget in mind, but consider fueling up before you leave Glouster to avoid searching for stations on smaller roads. Your best strategy is to maintain a steady, cautious speed, as the local road profile makes sudden stops or sharp turns more frequent than on a typical highway route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.7 miles from Glouster, OH, or about 1h 37m 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 32 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.7 miles or 1h 37m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Akron, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Glouster, 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 Glouster, OH
This is one driving day of about 145.4 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Glouster, 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 72.7 mi from Glouster, OH · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.7 miles from Glouster, 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 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.57 one way
$45.13 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $25.04 | $50.09 |
| premium | $4.91 | $28.10 | $56.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.10 | $64.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.27 | $6.98 |
| Efficient EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.72 | $5.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.2 | 0 | $20.36 | $9.31 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Night in Akron on Thursday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Cambridge, OH
73 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
14 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
3h 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 Glouster, OH to Akron, OH covers 145.4 miles and takes about 3h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, I 70, SR 93. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.7 miles from Glouster, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 145.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 35.8 miles (US 22; US 40; SR 93 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 61.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Glouster, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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