How far is Akron, OH from Shelby, OH?
The driving distance from Akron, OH to Shelby, OH is about 73.4 miles (118.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Wayne County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Shelby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Shelby.
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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
31.7 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
1339 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Mansfield
1983 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 39: Springmill Street, Shelby
1550 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto Springmill Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · Springmill Street
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Continue on Springmill Road
8.1 mi · 13 min · Springmill Road
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1473 ft · 31 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Gamble Street
10 m · 1 sec · North Gamble Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Gamble Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Shelby.
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
31.7 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Akron and Partly Sunny near Shelby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Shelby?
The road trip is about 73.4 miles (118.1 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
West Salem is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.6 miles from Akron and 36.7 miles from Shelby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 3:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.60 one way or $19.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Akron and Partly Sunny near Shelby.
Stop Ideas Near West Salem
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 West Salem.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Shelby. Straight-line distance: 61.19 mi (98.48 km).
#1 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shelby
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 9,066 |
| Coordinates | 40.8814500, -82.6618400 |
| Altitude | 336 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shelby (-82.66184, 40.88145)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.60 | $19.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $10.99 | $21.97 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $12.41 | $24.81 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $11.15 | $22.29 |
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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