How far is Akron, OH from Bainbridge, OH?
The driving distance from Akron, OH to Bainbridge, OH is about 34.7 miles (55.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.1 miles (37.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Summit County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Bainbridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Bainbridge.
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Start on West Bowery Street
22 m · 8 sec · West Bowery Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
533 ft · 19 sec · South Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Mill Street
4 m · 1 sec · East Mill Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Mill Street
2579 ft · 1 min · East Mill Street
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Turn right onto South Union Street
749 ft · 25 sec · South Union Street
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Turn left onto East Buchtel Avenue
1711 ft · 1 min · East Buchtel Avenue
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Turn left onto Fountain Street
65 m · 5 sec · Fountain Street
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Take the ramp straight toward SR 8 North
909 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
14.9 mi · 18 min · Akron Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 271 North: Erie Pennsylvania
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Outerbelt South Freeway
1998 ft · 28 sec · Outerbelt South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Rockside Road, Bedford Heights
1818 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Rockside Road
1431 ft · 26 sec · Rockside Road
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Continue on Cannon Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Cannon Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Cannon Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Cannon Road
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Turn right onto Harper Road
1505 ft · 49 sec · Harper Road
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Take the ramp left toward US 422 East: Warren
1450 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Route 422
6.4 mi · 8 min · Route 422
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 306: Bainbridge Road, Chagrin Road
1546 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Chillicothe Road
62 m · 5 sec · Chillicothe Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chillicothe Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Bainbridge.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Akron Expressway
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
14.9 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Akron and Mostly Sunny near Bainbridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Bainbridge?
The road trip is about 34.7 miles (55.9 km) and usually takes 00h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Macedonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.3 miles from Akron and 17.3 miles from Bainbridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.1 miles (37.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.56 one way or $9.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Akron and Mostly Sunny near Bainbridge.
Stop Ideas Near Macedonia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Bainbridge. Straight-line distance: 23.05 mi (37.09 km).
#1 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bainbridge
Township in Geauga County, Ohio
| Population | 3,267 |
| Coordinates | 41.3864400, -81.3395500 |
| Altitude | 356 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bainbridge (-81.33955, 41.38644)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $4.56 | $9.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $5.22 | $10.44 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $5.89 | $11.78 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $5.29 | $10.59 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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