Origin
Lakeview, OH
Evening in Lakeview on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakeview, OH to Akron, OH
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
96.6 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
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6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Spanning 96.6 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this drive connects Lakeview to Akron in approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes. Because the entire journey is manageable in a single day, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $14 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. You will navigate through local roads rather than major interstates, providing a direct transition between these two Midwestern locations. This route is ideal if you prefer a straightforward, local experience over the high-speed intensity of large highways.
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 Lakeview, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Since this route features 0% highway travel, you will spend the entire 96.6 miles navigating surface streets like Lashley Road, Clay Pike Road, and Carroll Street. The journey lacks long, monotonous stretches, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Lashley Road. You should anticipate a constant pace that requires frequent maneuvering through various local turns. This is a hands-on driving experience where the road personality is defined by consistent local transit rather than high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lashley Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lakeview, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lakeview, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lashley Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clay Pike Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Carroll Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fountain Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Market Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Forge Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Mill Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Lashley Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeview, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Tr 1136
180 ft
·
14 sec
·
Tr 1136
2
Turn right
0.7 mi
·
1 min
3
Turn left onto Lashley Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lashley Road
4
Continue on Clay Pike Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Clay Pike Road
5
Take the ramp right
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
6
Merge slight right
88 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
8
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Fountain Street
9
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
10
Turn left onto East Market Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Market Street
11
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
12
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Bowery Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 34 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 96.6-mile trip, you can easily pull over whenever you need a break or a quick refuel. Keep in mind that with a $14 fuel cost, it is wise to ensure your tank is ready for the local road conditions before you pull out of Lakeview. Since this path relies entirely on local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersection turns. Pack some snacks and water in the car, as the lack of designated stops means you are entirely in control of your own pacing.
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 Lakeview, OH, or about 47m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.3 miles or 47m 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 17m
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 Lakeview, 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 Lakeview, OH
This is one driving day of about 96.6 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lakeview, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.3 mi from Lakeview, OH · 47m 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.3 miles from Lakeview, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$14.45 one way
$28.90 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $16.13 | $32.27 |
| premium | $4.79 | $18.22 | $36.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.46 | $42.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
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, 2026-04-06.
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
Evening in Akron on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
60°F
Mechanicsburg, PA
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
19 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
1h 34m 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 Lakeview, OH to Akron, OH covers 96.6 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lashley Road, Clay Pike Road, Carroll Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.3 miles from Lakeview, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.45 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.
The drive from Lakeview, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lakeview, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lakeview, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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