How far is Findlay, OH from Akron, OH?
The driving distance from Findlay, OH to Akron, OH is about 134.4 miles (216.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111 miles (178.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 20m 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
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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 02h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Findlay and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Findlay and Akron.
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Start on the route
57 m · 16 sec
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Turn right
23 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Center Street
1256 ft · 33 sec · Center Street
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Turn right
142 m · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Clinton Court
956 ft · 27 sec · Clinton Court
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Turn right onto North Blanchard Street
656 ft · 15 sec · North Blanchard Street
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Continue on South Blanchard Street;North Blanchard Street
1472 ft · 39 sec · South Blanchard Street;North Blanchard Street
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Continue on Mount Blanchard Road
1990 ft · 50 sec · Mount Blanchard Road
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Continue on Mount Blanchard Road
5 mi · 8 min · Mount Blanchard Road
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Take the ramp left
2007 ft · 55 sec
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Continue straight
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
13.4 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
46.4 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
31.9 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76, US 224: Lodi, Akron
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76, US 224 East: Akron
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Akron
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Innerbelt
2.1 mi · 3 min · Innerbelt
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Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
124 m · 14 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
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Turn right onto West Center Street
140 m · 20 sec · West Center Street
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Turn left onto West Bowery Street
1230 ft · 34 sec · West Bowery Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Bowery Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Findlay and Akron.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Mount Blanchard Road
Take the exit slight right
46.4 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Findlay 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 Findlay to Akron?
The road trip is about 134.4 miles (216.3 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Ontario is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.3 miles from Findlay and 68.1 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111 miles (178.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.4 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 2:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.56 one way or $35.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Findlay and Mostly Sunny near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Ontario
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 Ontario.
Sandusky
Elyria
Columbus, OH
Cleveland Lakefront station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Findlay and Akron. Straight-line distance: 111.04 mi (178.7 km).
#1 Findlay
The county seat of Hancock County, Ohio.
| Population | 40,832 |
| Coordinates | 41.0442200, -83.6499300 |
| Altitude | 237 |
| 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: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.56 | $35.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.11 | $40.21 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $22.70 | $45.41 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $20.40 | $40.80 |
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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