Origin
Lowellville, OH
Morning in Lowellville on Saturday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lowellville, OH to Akron, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
57 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Lowellville, OH to Akron, OH covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 76, I 80, Wickliffe Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36 miles on I 76. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 57 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 57 miles, with most of the trip on I 76 and I 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 36 miles on I 76.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 76 is the longest continuous segment at about 36 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and I 80. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in near Homewood Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 57 miles you will encounter 14 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 5.7 miles (Homewood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 54.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Homewood Avenue
Turn right onto Homewood Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward SR 8 North: Cuyahoga Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23B
Toward SR 8 North: Cuyahoga Falls
8
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
Fountain Street
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 76 | 36 mi | 39m |
| I 80 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Wickliffe Expressway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Shore Expressway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Lowellville Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Poland Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| River Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Boardman Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 76
— 36 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lowellville, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on TR 500
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
River Road
2
Continue on Lowellville Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lowellville Road
3
Turn left onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
4
Continue on Poland Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Poland Avenue
5
Turn left onto East Indianola Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Indianola Avenue
6
Turn right onto Homewood Avenue
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Homewood Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
8
Merge onto I 680
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Boardman Parkway
9
Continue on I 680
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Shore Expressway
10
Continue on I 680
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Wickliffe Expressway
11
Merge onto I 80
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 80
12
Continue on I 76
36 mi
·
39 min
·
I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 23B
Toward SR 8 North: Cuyahoga Falls
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto SR 8
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Akron Expressway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
18
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Market Street
19
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
20
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
21
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
22
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
23
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
24
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Lowellville, OH · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Lowellville, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.85 one way
$17.69 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.82 | $19.64 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.58 | $25.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Morning in Akron on Saturday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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 12m 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 Lowellville, OH to Akron, OH covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 76, I 80, Wickliffe 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 28.5 miles from Lowellville, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.85 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 57 miles you will encounter 14 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 5.7 miles (Homewood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 54.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lowellville, 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.
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