Origin
Wooster, OH
Evening in Wooster on Sunday
Local time
8:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wooster, OH to Akron, OH
Drive Time
43m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wooster, OH
Eliezer Muller
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Wooster to Akron, you will cover a quick 34.5-mile distance that typically takes about 43 minutes. Since this trip is entirely within the Midwest, it serves as an easy, straightforward connection between two Ohio cities. You can comfortably complete this journey in a single day, as there is no need for an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of just $5, it is a highly economical way to move between these points. Because there are no designated stops along the way, you can expect a direct experience focused on getting you to your destination efficiently.
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
17.3 miles from Wooster, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate rhythm. You will navigate primarily via East Bowman Street, Akron Road, and West Main Street. The route consists of 0% highway driving, meaning you will remain on local roads throughout the entire 34.5-mile trek. Because there is no extended highway stretch—the longest uninterrupted section is 0 miles on East Bowman Street—you should prepare for a constant series of turns and local traffic patterns. This drive is best suited for those who prefer navigating local thoroughfares over high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Bowman Street 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 Wooster, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 43m 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 Wooster, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Bowman Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Akron Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 21 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kenmore Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Innerbelt | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Bowman Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wooster, OH and Akron, OH.
1
Start on College Avenue
105 ft
·
10 sec
·
College Avenue
2
Turn left onto East Bowman Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bowman Street
3
Continue on Akron Road
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Akron Road
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Akron Road
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Akron Road
5
Exit the roundabout onto Akron Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Akron Road
6
Continue on West Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
7
Continue on Akron Road
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Akron Road
8
Take the exit straight toward SR 21 North: Cleveland
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
SR 21 North: Cleveland
9
Merge slight left
2.8 mi
·
3 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East, US 224 East: Akron
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 76 East, US 224 East: Akron
11
Merge slight left
4.8 mi
·
6 min
12
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 East: Akron
14
Keep slight right to continue on Innerbelt
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
15
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
407 ft
·
14 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
16
Turn right onto West Center Street
459 ft
·
20 sec
·
West Center Street
17
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Bowery Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 43-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding local rush hour traffic is always a wise move. Because the route relies entirely on local streets, stay alert for frequent turns and changing speed limits as you transition between towns. You won't need to plan for fuel stops given the $5 cost, but checking your gas gauge before leaving Wooster is still a good habit. Use the lack of scheduled stops to your advantage by planning your own breaks if you feel the need to stretch your legs. Focus on navigating the turn-heavy sections carefully to ensure a smooth transition from East Bowman Street all the way to your arrival in Akron.
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 17.3 miles from Wooster, 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 34.5 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 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 36m
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 Wooster, 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 Wooster, OH
This is one driving day of about 34.5 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wooster, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Wooster, OH · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Wooster, 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
$5.16 one way
$10.32 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $5.76 | $11.52 |
| premium | $4.79 | $6.51 | $13.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.66 | $15.33 |
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: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
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
Evening in Akron on Sunday
Local time
8:31 PM
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
22 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
43m 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 Wooster, OH to Akron, OH covers 34.5 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Bowman Street, Akron Road, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Wooster, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.16 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 Wooster, OH to Akron, OH is easy. At 43m 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 Wooster, OH to Akron, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wooster, OH to Akron, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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