How far is Akron, OH from Somerset, OH?
The driving distance from Akron, OH to Somerset, OH is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.1 miles (156.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m 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 02h 36m.
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.
City in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Somerset.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Somerset.
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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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Continue on South Forge Street
964 ft · 29 sec · South Forge Street
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Turn right onto East Market Street
568 ft · 17 sec · East Market Street
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Turn right onto Goodkirk Street
2257 ft · 1 min · Goodkirk Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward SR 8 South
937 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
44.9 mi · 52 min · Akron Expressway
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Keep slight left
36.7 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West: Columbus
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
24.2 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 60, SR 146: Underwood Street
1186 ft · 29 sec
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Continue on Elm Street
831 ft · 23 sec · Elm Street
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Turn left onto North 7th Street
3122 ft · 1 min · North 7th Street
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Turn right onto Marietta Street
108 m · 12 sec · Marietta Street
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Turn left onto Putnam Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · Putnam Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Maysville Avenue
1.9 mi · 4 min · Maysville Avenue
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Continue on Maysville Pike
17.1 mi · 26 min · Maysville Pike
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Exit the roundabout onto South Columbus Street
552 ft · 16 sec · South Columbus Street
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Turn left onto East Sheridan Avenue
149 m · 21 sec · East Sheridan Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Sheridan Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Somerset.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Akron Expressway
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
44.9 mi · 00h 52m
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 Somerset.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Somerset?
The road trip is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Newcomerstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.6 miles from Akron and 64.6 miles from Somerset.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.1 miles (156.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 32 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 1:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.89 one way or $33.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Akron and Sunny near Somerset.
Stop Ideas Near Newcomerstown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Port Washington Town Hall
Newcomerstown Mayor Office
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newcomerstown.
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Somerset. Straight-line distance: 97.1 mi (156.26 km).
#1 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Somerset
Village in Ohio, United States
| Population | 1,465 |
| Coordinates | 39.8070100, -82.2970900 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Somerset (-82.29709, 39.80701)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 208 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $16.89 | $33.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $19.34 | $38.69 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $19.63 | $39.25 |
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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