How far is Genoa, OH from Akron, OH?
The driving distance from Genoa, OH to Akron, OH is about 29.3 miles (47.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Genoa and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Genoa and Akron.
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Start on Southway Street Southwest
1 mi · 3 min · Southway Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Perry Drive Southwest
1.2 km · 2 min · Perry Drive Southwest
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Turn right onto Tuscarawas Street West
1.1 mi · 2 min · Tuscarawas Street West
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Turn left onto Whipple Avenue Northwest
4.4 mi · 8 min · Whipple Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto Everhard Road Northwest
112 m · 19 sec · Everhard Road Northwest
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Take the ramp right toward I 77 North: Akron
3110 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue
941 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto Fountain Street
1190 ft · 33 sec · Fountain Street
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Continue on Fountain Street
927 ft · 26 sec · Fountain Street
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Turn left onto East Market Street
823 ft · 24 sec · East Market Street
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Turn left onto South Forge Street
964 ft · 28 sec · South Forge Street
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Continue on East Mill Street
2563 ft · 1 min · East Mill Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
49 m · 3 sec · South Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
536 ft · 21 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West Bowery Street
22 m · 2 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 Genoa and Akron.
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.
I 77 North
Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Genoa and Rain Showers near Akron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Genoa to Akron?
The road trip is about 29.3 miles (47.1 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Greensburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.4 miles from Genoa and 16.8 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.10 one way or $8.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Genoa and Rain Showers near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Greensburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Genoa and Akron. Straight-line distance: 20.81 mi (33.49 km).
#1 Genoa
Situated in the northeastern region of Ohio, this unincorporated community is located within Perry Township in Stark County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.7828400, -81.4665100 |
| 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: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.98 | $4.10 | $8.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $4.70 | $9.40 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $5.26 | $10.51 |
| Diesel | $6.39 | $6.58 | $13.17 |
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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