Origin
Orange, OH
Late night in Orange on Monday
Local time
12:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orange, OH to Akron, OH
Drive Time
38m
Distance
28.6 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orange, OH
Jill Burrow
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between Orange and Akron, this 28.6-mile drive is an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. You can expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection within the Midwest. With a fuel budget of just $4, this route is as budget-friendly as it is convenient. You will primarily utilize a system of major thoroughfares, including I-271, the Outerbelt East Freeway, and the Akron Expressway. Because the entire journey is easily manageable in under an hour, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay or complex logistics. It is a practical, no-nonsense path designed for travelers who prioritize speed and reliability over leisurely sightseeing.
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
14.3 miles from Orange, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily focused on highway transit, with 87% of your travel taking place on high-speed infrastructure. You will experience a consistent, fast-paced environment that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination. The most significant portion of your time will be spent on the Akron Expressway, which features the route’s longest uninterrupted stretch of 15.1 miles. Unlike rural backroads, this drive maintains a uniform intensity, characterized by the predictable flow of interstate and freeway traffic. Be prepared for a professional, highway-centric drive that emphasizes efficiency and direct access between your origin and destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Akron Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Akron Expressway and I 271. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Harvard Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 28.6 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: near the start (Harvard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Harvard Road
Turn right onto Harvard Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 271 South, US 422 East: Columbus, Warren
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 271 South, US 422 East: Columbus, Warr...
8
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway toward I 271 South, I 480 East: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 271 South, I 480 East: Columbus
6
5.7 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 271
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
27.3 mi into trip
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~34m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Expressway | 15.1 mi | 18m |
| I 271 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Harvard Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Mill Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Forge Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Goodkirk Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Akron Expressway
— 15.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on CR 28
129 ft
·
7 sec
·
Brainard Road
2
Turn right onto Harvard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Harvard Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 271 South, US 422 East: Columbus, Warren
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 271; US 422
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
Toward I 271 South, I 480 East: Columbus
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 271
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 271
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 18A
Toward SR 8 South: Boston Heights, Akron
8
Merge onto SR 8
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Akron Expressway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 1B
Toward SR 59: Perkins Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Goodkirk Street
332 ft
·
10 sec
·
Goodkirk Street
11
Continue on Goodkirk Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Goodkirk Street
12
Turn right onto North Forge Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Forge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
14
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
16
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
17
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is only 38 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work around local traffic patterns. You will not need to plan for any dedicated stops, as the 28.6-mile distance is short enough to drive in one go without needing a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, though with a $4 cost, filling up is minimal and shouldn't impact your schedule. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert when transitioning between the Outerbelt East Freeway and the Akron Expressway, as these high-speed interchanges require quick lane awareness. Enjoy the simplicity of this short transit and the ease of reaching Akron without the need for extensive road trip planning.
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 14.3 miles from Orange, OH, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.1 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 28.6 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.3 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
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 Orange, 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 Orange, OH
This is one driving day of about 28.6 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Orange, 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.
The longest stretch is on Akron Expressway for about 15.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.3 mi from Orange, OH · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.3 miles from Orange, 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
$4.28 one way
$8.56 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $4.78 | $9.55 |
| premium | $4.79 | $5.39 | $10.79 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.35 | $12.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Monday
Local time
12:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
1 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
38m 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 Orange, OH to Akron, OH covers 28.6 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Akron Expressway, I 271, Outerbelt East Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.3 miles from Orange, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.28 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 28.6 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: near the start (Harvard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (I 271 / Outerbelt East Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Orange, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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