Origin
Spring Valley, OH
Late night in Spring Valley on Wednesday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring Valley, OH to Akron, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
201.8 mi
325 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 40m
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6 AM
3h 53m
8 AM
4h 18m
10 AM
4h 2m
12 PM
3h 59m
3 PM
4h 3m
5 PM
4h 17m
8 PM
3h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Valley, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Spring Valley, OH to Akron, OH covers 201.8 miles and takes about 3h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, SR 7, US 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 136.8 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.32 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.9 miles from Spring Valley, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 52m highway drive covering 201.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and SR 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 136.8 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 136.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 7. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 201.8 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: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 26.3 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 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
At end of road, turn left
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
26.3 mi into trip
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~33m in
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SR 7
Turn left onto SR 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
52.1 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
8
200.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 48m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Spring Valley, OH to Akron, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Beverly along the way.
Beverly
51.9 mi in
|
~1h 3m
|
via US 50
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 136.8 mi | 2h 30m |
| SR 7 | 45.5 mi | 53m |
| US 50 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Corridor D | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| US 35 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Jackson Pike | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| SR 735 | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Mill Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 136.8 mi, about 2h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Valley, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on this road
213 ft
·
21 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn left
304 ft
·
24 sec
3
Turn right
77 ft
·
11 sec
4
Turn left onto CR 35
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Jackson Pike
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
6
Merge onto US 35
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 35
7
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 735
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 735
8
Turn left onto SR 7
19 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 7
9
Take the exit onto SR 7
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 7
Toward SR 7 North: Belpre
10
Turn left onto SR 7
25 mi
·
28 min
·
SR 7
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50; SR 7; SR 32
12
Take the exit onto US 50
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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US 50
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Corridor D
15
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
16
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
137 mi
·
2 hr 30 min
·
I 77; WV 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fountain Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on Fountain Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fountain Street
20
Turn left onto SR 18
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Market Street
21
Turn left onto South Forge Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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South Forge Street
22
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
23
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
24
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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South Main Street
25
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Bowery Street
26
Arrive at destination
West Bowery Street
Trip Plan
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 100.9 miles from Spring Valley, OH, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.8 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.9 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
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 Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley, OH
This is one driving day of about 201.8 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Spring Valley, 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 I 77 for about 136.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.9 mi from Spring Valley, OH · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 100.9 miles from Spring Valley, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 136.8 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.32 one way
$62.64 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $34.76 | $69.52 |
| premium | $4.91 | $39.00 | $78.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.55 | $89.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.19 | $9.69 |
| Efficient EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.66 | $8.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.7 | 1 | $28.25 | $12.92 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Akron, OH
Late night in Akron on Wednesday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Mechanicsburg, PA
101 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
9 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
3h 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 Spring Valley, OH to Akron, OH covers 201.8 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, SR 7, US 50. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.9 miles from Spring Valley, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.32 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 20 significant decision points across 201.8 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: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 26.3 miles (SR 7): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Spring Valley, OH to Akron, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Beverly along the way.
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