How far is Carmel, IN from Akron, IN?

The driving distance from Carmel, IN to Akron, IN is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 73.4 miles (118.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

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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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
83.57 mi
01h 50m
Flight
73.39 mi
118.11 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
73.39 mi
Kilometers
118.11 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
83.57 mi
Kilometers
134.49 km
Drive Time
01h 50m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Akron
Thu, Apr 23, 2:11 AM EDT
Return by in Carmel
Thu, Apr 23, 4:02 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Carmel
2026-04-23T00:21
Arrive Akron
Thu, Apr 23, 2:11 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:50 AM to 11:50 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:50 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Carmel
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Galveston
IN

Town in Indiana, United States

From Carmel
41.8 mi
00h 55m
To Akron
41.8 mi
00h 55m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 14 mph SSW
Destination
79°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Carmel and Akron.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Carmel and Akron.

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    1338 ft · 39 sec · East Main Street

  2. 2

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route

    137 m · 25 sec

  3. 3

    Exit the roundabout

    1251 ft · 21 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Keystone Parkway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Keystone Parkway

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto North Meridian Street

    65.2 mi · 1 hr 21 min · North Meridian Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto West 1000 North

    6.9 mi · 10 min · West 1000 North

  7. 7

    Turn left

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  8. 8

    Turn slight left onto North 300 East

    3.9 mi · 6 min · North 300 East

  9. 9

    Continue on East 400 South

    1140 ft · 23 sec · East 400 South

  10. 10

    Turn slight right

    2.8 mi · 5 min

  11. 11

    Turn right

    20 m · 5 sec

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Carmel and Akron.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Meridian Street
65.2 mi · 78%
West 1000 North
6.88 mi · 8%
North 300 East
3.9 mi · 5%
Keystone Parkway
1.53 mi · 2%
East Main Street
0.58 mi · 1%
East 400 South
0.22 mi
Longest Stretch

North Meridian Street

Merge slight left onto North Meridian Street

65.2 mi · 01h 21m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.2 mi
73.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Galveston
00h 55m from Carmel
Leave By
2:50 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Carmel and Mostly Sunny near Akron.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Carmel to Akron?

The road trip is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?

Galveston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.8 miles from Carmel and 41.8 miles from Akron.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 73.4 miles (118.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 2:50 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.12 one way or $22.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Carmel and Mostly Sunny near Akron.

Stop Ideas Near Galveston

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Galveston, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Galveston.

RAIL

Lafayette station

62 mi away
200 North 2nd St.
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

82 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Crawfordsville

85 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

91 mi away
350 South Illinois Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Carmel and Akron. Straight-line distance: 73.39 mi (118.11 km).

Carmel

#1 Carmel

The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Population101,643
Coordinates39.9783700, -86.1180400
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
Akron

#2 Akron

Town in Fulton County, Indiana, United States

Population1,103
Coordinates41.0383800, -86.0280500
Altitude259
CountryUnited States
Start: Carmel (-86.11804, 39.97837)
End: Akron (-86.02805, 41.03838)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 134 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 23m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.95 gal
11.16 L · about $11.12
Round trip
$22.25
5.9 gal · 22.32 L
Estimated CO2
26.2 kg one way
Round trip: 52.4 kg / 116 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $11.12 $22.25
Mid-grade $4.25 $12.55 $25.09
Premium $4.65 $13.73 $27.46
Diesel $5.30 $15.65 $31.29

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 Indiana · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Carmel and Akron. The current time is 00:21:54.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.