How far is Aurora, OH from Freedom Dam, OH?
The driving distance from Aurora, OH to Freedom Dam, OH is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6 miles (9.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Portage County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aurora and Freedom Dam.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora and Freedom Dam.
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Start on North Chillicothe Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · North Chillicothe Road
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Continue on State Route 43
2.5 mi · 4 min · State Route 43
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Turn left onto Cleveland East Liverpool Road
1422 ft · 40 sec · Cleveland East Liverpool Road
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Turn left onto SR 303
48 m · 3 sec · SR 303
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Continue on Streetsboro Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Streetsboro Road
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Continue on Richfield Hudson Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Richfield Hudson Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Richfield Hudson Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aurora and Freedom Dam.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Chillicothe Road
Start on North Chillicothe Road
2.88 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Aurora and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Freedom Dam.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurora to Freedom Dam?
The road trip is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and usually takes 00h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Streetsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.3 miles from Aurora and 4.3 miles from Freedom Dam.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6 miles (9.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.15 one way or $2.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Aurora and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Freedom Dam.
Stop Ideas Near Streetsboro
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 Streetsboro.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurora and Freedom Dam. Straight-line distance: 5.95 mi (9.57 km).
#1 Aurora
Affluent suburb in Portage County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 16,472 |
| Coordinates | 41.3175500, -81.3453900 |
| Altitude | 345 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Freedom Dam
Freedom Dam is a place in Ohio, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.2445000, -81.2848300 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
End: Freedom Dam (-81.28483, 41.2445)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $1.15 | $2.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $1.32 | $2.63 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $1.48 | $2.97 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $1.33 | $2.67 |
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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