How far is Akron, OH from Willard, OH?
The driving distance from Akron, OH to Willard, OH is about 69.2 miles (111.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.9 miles (101.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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 01h 32m.
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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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Willard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Willard.
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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
29.2 mi · 35 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Take the exit straight
143 m · 16 sec
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Keep slight left
53 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Greenwich Road
35.2 mi · 48 min · Greenwich Road
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Continue on Conwell Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Conwell Avenue
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Turn left onto East Tiffin Street
2809 ft · 58 sec · East Tiffin Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Tiffin Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Willard.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Greenwich Road
Turn right onto Greenwich Road
35.2 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Akron and Chance Rain Showers near Willard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Willard?
The road trip is about 69.2 miles (111.4 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 34.5 miles from Akron and 34.7 miles from Willard.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.9 miles (101.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.04 one way or $18.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Akron and Chance Rain Showers near Willard.
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 Willard. Straight-line distance: 62.92 mi (101.26 km).
#1 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Willard
City in Huron County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 5,988 |
| Coordinates | 41.0531100, -82.7262900 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willard (-82.72629, 41.05311)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.04 | $18.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $11.69 | $23.38 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $10.50 | $21.00 |
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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