How far is Bethlehem, OH from Akron, OH?
The driving distance from Bethlehem, OH to Akron, OH is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
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 Ashland County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bethlehem and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem and Akron.
-
1
Start on the route
22 m · 10 sec
-
2
Turn left onto State Route 61
630 ft · 12 sec · State Route 61
-
3
Continue on State Route 61
2474 ft · 50 sec · State Route 61
-
4
Keep slight left to continue on State Route 61
132 m · 9 sec · State Route 61
-
5
Continue on Brannon Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Brannon Road
-
6
Turn straight
1217 ft · 24 sec
-
7
Continue straight
1.3 km · 2 min
-
8
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Main Street
-
9
Continue on Lincoln Highway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Highway
-
10
Continue on West 4th Street
1105 ft · 24 sec · West 4th Street
-
11
Turn left onto US 30 East: Mansfield
1968 ft · 48 sec
-
12
Merge slight left
12.8 mi · 15 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
1.3 km · 2 min
-
14
Merge slight left
31.9 mi · 34 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
1162 ft · 28 sec
-
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
1.5 km · 1 min
-
17
Merge slight left
17.2 mi · 20 min
-
18
Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway
-
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi · 2 min
-
20
Keep slight right to continue on Innerbelt
2.1 mi · 3 min · Innerbelt
-
21
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
124 m · 14 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
-
22
Turn right onto West Center Street
140 m · 20 sec · West Center Street
-
23
Turn left onto West Bowery Street
1230 ft · 34 sec · West Bowery Street
-
24
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Bowery Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bethlehem and Akron.
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 North
Merge slight left
31.9 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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bethlehem and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bethlehem to Akron?
The road trip is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Polk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.1 miles from Bethlehem and 37.8 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.04 one way or $20.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bethlehem and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Polk
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 Polk.
Elyria
Sandusky
Cleveland Lakefront station
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bethlehem and Akron. Straight-line distance: 64.86 mi (104.39 km).
#1 Bethlehem
Human settlement in Ohio, United States
| Population | 1,110 |
| Coordinates | 40.8386700, -82.7199000 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Akron
The fifth most populous city in Ohio.
| Population | 195,994 |
| Coordinates | 41.0814400, -81.5190100 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Bowery Street (-81.519083, 41.081257)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $10.04 | $20.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $11.50 | $22.99 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $12.98 | $25.96 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $11.66 | $23.33 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Ohio · Apr 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.