Origin
University Heights, OH
Late night in University Heights on Thursday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from University Heights, OH to Akron, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
34.9 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
University Heights, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from University Heights, OH to Akron, OH covers 34.9 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Warrensville Center Road, Northfield Road, Mueti Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.42 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
17.5 miles from University Heights, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 42m drive with frequent turns across 34.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Warrensville Center 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 University Heights, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 42m 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 University Heights, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warrensville Center Road | — | — |
| Northfield Road | — | — |
| Mueti Drive | — | — |
| I 480 East | — | — |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | — | — |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | — | — |
| SR 8 South | — | — |
| Akron Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Warrensville Center Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between University Heights, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Silsby Road
302 ft
·
17 sec
·
Silsby Road
2
Turn right onto Warrensville Center Road
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Warrensville Center Road
3
Turn left onto Northfield Road
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Northfield Road
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Northfield Road
30 ft
·
1 sec
·
Northfield Road
5
Exit the roundabout onto Northfield Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Northfield Road
6
Turn left onto Mueti Drive
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Mueti Drive
7
Take the ramp slight left toward I 480 East, I 271 South: Youngstown
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 480 East, I 271 South: Youngstown
8
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt South Freeway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
9
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt East Freeway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
10
Keep slight left
5.1 mi
·
5 min
11
Take the exit slight left toward SR 8 South: Boston Heights, Akron
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 8 South: Boston Heights, Akron
12
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Akron Expressway
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Perkins Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
SR 59: Perkins Street
14
Keep slight left to continue on Goodkirk Street
331 ft
·
10 sec
·
Goodkirk Street
15
Continue on Goodkirk Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Goodkirk Street
16
Turn right onto North Forge Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Forge Street
17
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
20
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Bowery Street
21
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 17.5 miles from University Heights, OH, or about 21m 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 34.9 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.5 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
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 University Heights, OH.
Day 1
Settle into the route from University Heights, OH
This is one driving day of about 34.9 miles and 42m.
At 34.9 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 17.5 mi from University Heights, OH · 21m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from University Heights, 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
$5.42 one way
$10.83 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.01 | $12.02 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Akron, OH
Late night in Akron on Thursday
Local time
12:01 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
8 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
42m 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 University Heights, OH to Akron, OH covers 34.9 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Warrensville Center Road, Northfield Road, Mueti Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.5 miles from University Heights, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.42 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 University Heights, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 42m 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 University Heights, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from University Heights, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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