How far is Akron, OH from Sardinia, OH?
The driving distance from Akron, OH to Sardinia, OH is about 224.9 miles (362 km), with a travel time of about 04h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 187.6 miles (301.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 28m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Sardinia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Sardinia.
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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 right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
19.8 mi · 24 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Columbus
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
101.8 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Keep slight right
56.2 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68: Wilmington
1164 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left
4.9 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto North South Street
11.5 mi · 19 min · North South Street
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Continue on Broadway Street South
19 mi · 28 min · Broadway Street South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward SR 32 East
77 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto SR 32 East
809 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
6.3 mi · 8 min · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
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Turn right onto Purdy Road
1469 ft · 40 sec · Purdy Road
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Continue on Main Street
1225 ft · 34 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Sardinia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 71 South
Merge slight left
102 mi · 01h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Akron and Sunny near Sardinia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Sardinia?
The road trip is about 224.9 miles (362 km) and usually takes 04h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Westerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.4 miles from Akron and 112.5 miles from Sardinia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 187.6 miles (301.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.42 one way or $58.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Akron and Sunny near Sardinia.
Stop Ideas Near Westerville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Sardinia. Straight-line distance: 187.58 mi (301.88 km).
#1 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sardinia
Human settlement in Brown County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 1,138 |
| Coordinates | 39.0078400, -83.8085400 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sardinia (-83.80854, 39.00784)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 362 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 48m |
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 | $29.42 | $58.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $33.68 | $67.36 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $38.03 | $76.07 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $34.17 | $68.35 |
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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