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Trip from Stony Prairie, OH to Akron, OH

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

2h 8m

Distance

110.7 mi

178 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
1h 59m ★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Stony Prairie, OH, OH

Stony Prairie, OH

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Trip Overview

This 110.7-mile drive from Stony Prairie, OH, to Akron, OH, is a straightforward 2-hour and 8-minute journey that’s perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily be on major roadways, including the Ohio Turnpike, Akron Expressway, and Bypass Highway, with 93% of the route being highway driving. Given the relatively short duration and the focus on high-speed travel, it's an efficient way to get from point A to point B within the Midwest region. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $17, making it a budget-friendly option. This route is designed for getting you there quickly and comfortably.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

55.3 miles from Stony Prairie, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 110.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this trip, as 93% of the drive utilizes major roadways. You'll encounter stretches like the 88.3-mile segment on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a consistent, high-speed driving environment. This profile suggests a route where maintaining momentum is key, with fewer opportunities for spontaneous detours or slower, scenic byways. The journey is designed for efficiency, prioritizing direct travel over exploration, so settle in for a smooth, albeit potentially monotonous, highway cruise.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 88.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Akron Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near SR 53.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 110.7 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: at 3.8 miles (SR 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
3.8 mi into trip | ~6m in | SR 53

Take the exit onto SR 53 toward SR 53 North: Port Clinton, Lake Erie Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 101 Toward SR 53 North: Port Clinton, Lake Erie Isl...
7
96.1 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward SR 8: Akron

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 180 Toward SR 8: Akron
8
96.5 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hi...
7
96.9 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 8 South: Akron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward SR 8 South: Akron
7
109.4 mi into trip | ~2h 5m 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
Ohio Turnpike 88.3 mi 1h 34m
Akron Expressway 12 mi 14m
Bypass Highway 3.2 mi 4m
SR 53 3 mi 4m
East Mill Street 0.5 mi 1m
Terra Way 0.4 mi <1m
North Forge Street 0.3 mi <1m
Goodkirk Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 88.3 mi, about 1h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Stony Prairie, OH and Akron, OH.

1

Start on this road

451 ft · 37 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left

321 ft · 28 sec
3

Turn left

311 ft · 24 sec
4

Turn right onto Terra Way

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Terra Way
5

Enter roundabout onto US 6; SR 53

17 ft · 1 sec · Bypass Highway
6

Continue on US 6; SR 53

3.2 mi · 4 min · Bypass Highway
7

Take the exit onto SR 53

3.0 mi · 4 min · SR 53
Exit 101 Toward SR 53 North: Port Clinton, Lake Erie Island
8

Enter roundabout

244 ft · 3 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
9

Continue

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
10

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · this road
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
12

Merge onto I 80; I 90

50 mi · 53 min · Ohio Turnpike
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

9.2 mi · 9 min · Ohio Turnpike
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

29 mi · 31 min · Ohio Turnpike
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 180 Toward SR 8: Akron Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 34 sec
Toward SR 8 South: Akron Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Merge onto SR 8

12 mi · 14 min · Akron Expressway
Toward Akron
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 1B Toward SR 59: Perkins Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Keep slight left at fork onto Goodkirk Street

332 ft · 10 sec · Goodkirk Street
21

Continue on Goodkirk Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Goodkirk Street
22

Turn right onto North Forge Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · North Forge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Continue on East Mill Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Mill Street
24

Enter roundabout onto South Main Street

162 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street
25

Continue on South Main Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · South Main Street
26

Turn right onto West Bowery Street

72 ft · 1 sec · West Bowery Street
27

Arrive at destination

West Bowery Street

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 8-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning will allow you to arrive in Akron with ample time to explore or settle in. Since the longest stretch without a significant change in road is 88.3 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, plan for a single fuel stop if your vehicle has a range under that. While no specific stops are noted, the highway-focused nature means rest areas are readily available. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the long Ohio Turnpike segment, to ensure a smooth trip.

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 55.3 miles from Stony Prairie, OH, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.3 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 24 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 55.3 miles or 1h 3m 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 41m

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 Stony Prairie, 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 Stony Prairie, OH

This is one driving day of about 110.7 miles and 2h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Stony Prairie, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 88.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 55.3 mi from Stony Prairie, OH · 1h 3m into the drive

city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

North Olmsted, OH

55 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

Bellevue, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lorain, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 55.3 miles from Stony Prairie, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.3 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

National Park

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 91.6
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.18 one way

$34.36 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $19.07 $38.13
premium $4.91 $21.39 $42.79
diesel $5.61 $24.44 $48.88

Estimated Tolls: $4.41

Ohio Turnpike (88.3 mi) $4.41

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Tolls

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 33.2 0 $11.62 $5.31
Efficient EV 27.7 0 $9.69 $4.43
EV Truck/SUV 44.3 0 $15.50 $7.08

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Stony Prairie, OH

Late night in Stony Prairie on Friday

Local time

12:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Akron, OH

Late night in Akron on Friday

Local time

12:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°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

13 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

2h 8m 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 Stony Prairie, OH to Akron, OH covers 110.7 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, Akron Expressway, Bypass Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.3 miles from Stony Prairie, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.18 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 20 significant decision points across 110.7 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: at 3.8 miles (SR 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Stony Prairie, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

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