Origin
Venice, OH
Late night in Venice on Friday
Local time
3:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Venice, OH to Akron, OH
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
92.7 mi
149 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Venice, OH
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Spanning 92.7 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this drive from Venice to Akron is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 32 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of local roads, including Fremont Avenue and the Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway, rather than relying on major interstates. Budgeting around $14 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire transit. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical, localized way to move between these two Ohio destinations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Venice, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 92.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating through regional roads, requiring more active attention than a typical highway trek. Because the path relies entirely on local corridors like Cleveland and the Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway, the pace remains steady but deliberate. Transitions between road segments keep the experience engaging, as you will not find any long, uninterrupted highway stretches here. Keep your focus on the road as you navigate the turns that define this 92.7-mile connection.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fremont Avenue 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Venice, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 32m 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 Venice, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fremont Avenue | — | — |
| Cleveland | — | — |
| Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway | — | — |
| OH-2 | — | — |
| Northwest Freeway | — | — |
| SR 57 | — | — |
| Lorain Boulevard | — | — |
| I 80 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Fremont Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Venice, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on Venice Road
7 ft
·
6 sec
·
Venice Road
2
Turn left onto Fremont Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fremont Avenue
3
Take the ramp left toward Cleveland
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Cleveland
4
Merge slight left onto Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway
5
Keep slight left
22 mi
·
23 min
6
Continue on OH-2
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
OH-2
7
Continue on Northwest Freeway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
9
Turn right onto Lorain Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Lorain Boulevard
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Cleveland
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 East: Cleveland
12
Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
13
Keep slight left to continue on Ohio Turnpike
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
14
Take the exit slight right toward SR 8: Akron
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 8: Akron
15
Keep slight left to continue on SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 8 South: Akron, Boston Mills Road, Hines Hill Road
16
Keep slight left to continue on SR 8 South: Akron
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
SR 8 South: Akron
17
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Akron Expressway
18
Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Perkins Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
SR 59: Perkins Street
19
Keep slight left to continue on Goodkirk Street
331 ft
·
10 sec
·
Goodkirk Street
20
Continue on Goodkirk Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Goodkirk Street
21
Turn right onto North Forge Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Forge Street
22
Continue on East Mill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mill Street
23
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
24
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
25
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
72 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Bowery Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak commuting hours to ensure you move through local intersections without unnecessary delays. Because there are no scheduled stops in the data, you should plan your own breaks along Fremont Avenue or the other local roads as needed to keep your energy up. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Venice, as the $14 estimated cost assumes a direct, efficient run. Take advantage of the route's simplicity by keeping your schedule open, allowing you to prioritize arrival in Akron on your own terms.
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 46.3 miles from Venice, OH, or about 46m 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 20 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 46m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Akron, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Venice, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Venice, OH
This is one driving day of about 92.7 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Venice, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.3 mi from Venice, OH · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.3 miles from Venice, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.39 one way
$28.77 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $15.97 | $31.93 |
| premium | $4.91 | $17.92 | $35.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.47 | $40.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
| Efficient EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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 Friday
Local time
3:24 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
7 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
1h 32m 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 Venice, OH to Akron, OH covers 92.7 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fremont Avenue, Cleveland, Jackie Mayer Miss America Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.3 miles from Venice, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.39 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 Venice, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 1h 32m 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 Venice, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Venice, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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