Origin
McDonald, OH
Late night in McDonald on Thursday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McDonald, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
48 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McDonald, OH
Kenneth Surillo
Trip Overview
The drive from McDonald, OH to Akron, OH covers 48 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Marshall Road, Owsley North Road, Salt Springs Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
24 miles from McDonald, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 48 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Marshall 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 McDonald, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 52m 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 McDonald, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Marshall Road | — | — |
| Owsley North Road | — | — |
| Salt Springs Road | — | — |
| SR 8 North | — | — |
| Akron Expressway | — | — |
| Carroll Street | — | — |
| Fountain Street | — | — |
| East Market Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Marshall Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McDonald, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Ohio Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ohio Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Marshall Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Marshall Road
3
Turn left onto Owsley North Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Owsley North Road
4
Turn left onto Salt Springs Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Salt Springs Road
5
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
6
Merge slight left
1.3 mi
·
1 min
7
Keep slight right
5.0 mi
·
5 min
8
Continue straight
36 mi
·
39 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 8 North: Cuyahoga Falls
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
SR 8 North: Cuyahoga Falls
10
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Akron Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
12
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Fountain Street
13
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
14
Turn left onto East Market Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Market Street
15
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Forge Street
16
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
18
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Bowery Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 24 miles from McDonald, OH, or about 26m 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 11 miles or 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 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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Have your navigation ready before leaving McDonald, OH.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McDonald, OH
This is one driving day of about 48 miles and 52m.
At 48 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from McDonald, OH · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from McDonald, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Akron, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Akron, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.45 one way
$14.90 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.27 | $16.54 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.28 | $18.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.60 | $21.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Late night in Akron on Thursday
Local time
12:44 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
10 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
52m 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 McDonald, OH to Akron, OH covers 48 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Marshall Road, Owsley North Road, Salt Springs Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from McDonald, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.45 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 McDonald, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 52m 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 McDonald, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from McDonald, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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