This 176.3-mile drive from Holgate to Akron, Ohio, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 23 minutes on the road, primarily utilizing the Ohio Turnpike and US 24, with a brief stint on the Akron Expressway. With a fuel cost estimated at $25, this route is budget-friendly for a day trip. The journey remains within the Midwest region, offering a consistent driving experience. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently, with most of your travel on high-speed roads.
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
88.1 miles from Holgate, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 176.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway experience, with 95% of the drive on high-speed roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Ohio Turnpike, including a continuous stretch of 115.2 miles. This means you'll largely be on well-maintained, multi-lane highways designed for steady travel. While the exact scenery isn't detailed, anticipate the character of a typical Midwest highway drive, characterized by efficient transit rather than winding scenic byways. The transition to the Akron Expressway will signal your approach to the destination city.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 115.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and US 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 45.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 176.3 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: at 45.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 162.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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45.5 mi into trip|~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 195B
Toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago
7
161.7 mi into trip|~3h 2m in
Take the exit toward SR 8: Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 180
Toward SR 8: Akron
8
162.1 mi into trip|~3h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hi...
7
162.5 mi into trip|~3h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 8 South: Akron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward SR 8 South: Akron
7
175 mi into trip|~3h 20m in
Take the exit toward SR 59: Perkins Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward SR 59: Perkins Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Holgate, OH and Akron, OH, road signs point toward Toledo and Chicago.
Toledo
13.9 mi in|~21m|via US 24
Chicago
45.5 mi in|~57m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
115.2 mi
2h 3m
US 24
24.1 mi
25m
Akron Expressway
12 mi
14m
SR 108
8.8 mi
13m
I 475
3.4 mi
3m
US 23
2.8 mi
3m
US 6
1.6 mi
1m
Canal Road
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 115.2 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holgate, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on CR 16C
1.2 mi·1 min·South Wilhelm Street
2
Continue on SR 108
8.8 mi·13 min·SR 108
3
Turn right onto CR 424
1.5 mi·2 min·Canal Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Industrial Drive
201 ft·4 sec·Industrial Drive
5
Continue on Industrial Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Industrial Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward US 6 East, US 24 East: Maumee
7
Merge onto US 6; US 24
1.6 mi·1 min·US 6; US 24
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 24
24 mi·25 min·US 24
Toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 68AToward I 475 South, US 23 South: Dayton
10
Merge onto I 475; US 23
3.4 mi·3 min·I 475; US 23
11
Continue on US 23; US 20 Truck
2.8 mi·3 min·US 23; US 20 Truck
Exit 1BToward I 75 North, US 23 South, US 20 Truck East: Toledo
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward SR 795, I 80, I 90: Perrysburg
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 80, I 90
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 195BToward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 80 East, I 90 East: Cleveland
16
Merge onto I 80; I 90
77 mi·1 hr 22 min·Ohio Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi·9 min·Ohio Turnpike
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
29 mi·31 min·Ohio Turnpike
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 180Toward SR 8: AkronUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·34 sec
Toward SR 8 South: AkronUse the straight / right lanes.
22
Merge onto SR 8
12 mi·14 min·Akron Expressway
Toward Akron
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 1BToward SR 59: Perkins StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto Goodkirk Street
332 ft·10 sec·Goodkirk Street
25
Continue on Goodkirk Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·Goodkirk Street
26
Turn right onto North Forge Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Forge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Mill Street
28
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft·3 sec·South Main Street
29
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
30
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft·1 sec·West Bowery Street
31
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 23-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and arrive well before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $25, you won't need to plan for extensive breaks or frequent refueling. The vast majority of this trip is on the Ohio Turnpike, so be aware of potential toll charges associated with that road. Taking advantage of the flexibility of a single-day drive, you can depart when you're ready and make a single, brief stop as needed for a restroom break or to stretch your legs.
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 88.1 miles from Holgate, OH, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.2 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 39 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.1 miles or 1h 43m 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 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 Holgate, 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 Holgate, OH
This is one driving day of about 176.3 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Holgate, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 115.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.1 mi from Holgate, OH
· 1h 43m into the drive
The midpoint is around 88.1 miles from Holgate, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.2 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.36 one way
$54.72 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$30.37
$60.73
premium
$4.91
$34.07
$68.15
diesel
$5.61
$38.92
$77.85
Estimated Tolls: $5.76
Ohio Turnpike
(115.2 mi)$5.76
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.9
0
$18.51
$8.46
Efficient EV
44.1
0
$15.43
$7.05
EV Truck/SUV
70.5
0
$24.68
$11.28
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Holgate, OH
Morning
in Holgate on Saturday
Local time
11:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Akron, OH
Morning
in Akron on Saturday
Local time
11:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
9 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
3h 23m 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 Holgate, OH to Akron, OH covers 176.3 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, US 24, Akron Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.1 miles from Holgate, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.36 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 is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 176.3 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: at 45.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 162.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Holgate, OH and Akron, OH, road signs point toward Toledo and Chicago.
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.
