How far is Akron, OH from Middleburg Heights, OH?
The driving distance from Akron, OH to Middleburg Heights, OH is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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 45m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Middleburg Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Middleburg Heights.
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Start on West Bowery Street
1230 ft · 36 sec · West Bowery Street
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Turn right onto West Center Street
839 ft · 37 sec · West Center Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Rand Avenue
622 ft · 15 sec · Rand Avenue
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Turn straight onto Innerbelt
1.8 mi · 3 min · Innerbelt
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 18 West: Medina
1769 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Medina Road
7.5 mi · 11 min · Medina Road
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Take the exit right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
1622 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight left
13.6 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 42: Pearl Road
1774 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto Pearl Road
2345 ft · 1 min · Pearl Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pearl Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Middleburg Heights.
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.
I 71 North
Keep slight left
13.6 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Akron and Sunny near Middleburg Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Middleburg Heights?
The road trip is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Granger is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Akron and 17.6 miles from Middleburg Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.63 one way or $9.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Akron and Sunny near Middleburg Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Granger
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Granger.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Middleburg Heights. Straight-line distance: 24.65 mi (39.67 km).
#1 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Middleburg Heights
City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 15,340 |
| Coordinates | 41.3614400, -81.8129100 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Middleburg Heights (-81.81291, 41.36144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $4.63 | $9.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $5.30 | $10.61 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $5.99 | $11.98 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $5.38 | $10.76 |
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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