How far is Akron, OH from Swan Creek, OH?
The driving distance from Akron, OH to Swan Creek, OH is about 217 miles (349.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 175.7 miles (282.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 26m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Swan Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Swan Creek.
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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
91.8 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
1835 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto Corridor D
10.2 mi · 12 min · Corridor D
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Keep slight left to continue on US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto SR 7
26.4 mi · 31 min · SR 7
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Take the exit right
9.6 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
13.9 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · 2nd Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Vine Street
1557 ft · 26 sec · Vine Street
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Continue on Garfield Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Garfield Avenue
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Continue on State Route 7 South
15.4 mi · 22 min · State Route 7 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Route 7 South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Swan Creek.
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
Keep slight left
91.8 mi · 01h 38m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Akron and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Swan Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Swan Creek?
The road trip is about 217 miles (349.3 km) and usually takes 04h 13m 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?
Dexter City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.6 miles from Akron and 108.5 miles from Swan Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 175.7 miles (282.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.3 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 8:34 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.38 one way or $56.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Akron and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Swan Creek.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Swan Creek. Straight-line distance: 175.64 mi (282.67 km).
#1 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Swan Creek
Township in Fulton County, Ohio
| Population | 8,398 |
| Coordinates | 38.5939700, -82.2020900 |
| Altitude | 169 |
| Country | United States |
End: Swan Creek (-82.20209, 38.59397)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 349 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $28.38 | $56.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $32.49 | $64.99 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $36.69 | $73.38 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $32.97 | $65.94 |
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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