How far is Hopewell, OH from Akron, OH?

The driving distance from Hopewell, OH to Akron, OH is about 119.4 miles (192.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 85 miles (136.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m 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

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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
119.35 mi
01h 55m
Flight
84.98 mi
136.77 km direct

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

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Hopewell.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
84.98 mi
Kilometers
136.77 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
119.35 mi
Kilometers
192.07 km
Drive Time
01h 55m

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 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Akron
Sun, Apr 19, 12:09 AM EDT
Return by in Hopewell
Sun, Apr 19, 2:04 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hopewell
2026-04-18T22:14
Arrive Akron
Sun, Apr 19, 12:09 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:55 AM to 11:55 AM EDT

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

Leave by
2:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hopewell
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
Port Washington
OH

City in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States of America

From Hopewell
59.2 mi
00h 57m
To Akron
60.1 mi
00h 57m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 17 mph SW
Destination
78°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Hopewell Road

    41 m · 10 sec · South Hopewell Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Pike

    6.8 mi · 10 min · West Pike

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward I 70 East

    1814 ft · 44 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    27.1 mi · 30 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 77 North: Cleveland

    3199 ft · 2 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    82 mi · 1 hr 32 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue

    941 ft · 23 sec

  8. 8

    Turn straight onto Fountain Street

    1190 ft · 33 sec · Fountain Street

  9. 9

    Continue on Fountain Street

    927 ft · 26 sec · Fountain Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto East Market Street

    823 ft · 24 sec · East Market Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto South Forge Street

    964 ft · 28 sec · South Forge Street

  12. 12

    Continue on East Mill Street

    2563 ft · 1 min · East Mill Street

  13. 13

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street

    49 m · 3 sec · South Main Street

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street

    536 ft · 21 sec · South Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto West Bowery Street

    22 m · 2 sec · West Bowery Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Bowery Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 77 North
82.6 mi · 69%
I 70 East
27.5 mi · 23%
West Pike
6.83 mi · 6%
East Mill Street
0.49 mi
Fountain Street
0.4 mi
South Forge Street
0.18 mi
Longest Stretch

I 77 North

Merge slight left

82 mi · 01h 32m

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 55m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.4 mi
85 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Port Washington
00h 57m from Hopewell
Leave By
2:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hopewell 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 Hopewell to Akron?

The road trip is about 119.4 miles (192.1 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?

Port Washington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Hopewell and 60.1 miles from Akron.

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

The direct path is about 85 miles (136.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.4 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 2:40 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.60 one way or $31.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hopewell and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.

Stop Ideas Near Port Washington

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Port Washington and the surrounding midpoint area.
Port Washington Town Hall
Scenic stop 2.8 mi away

Port Washington Town Hall

Port Washington , OH
Port Washington, OH 43837
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Museum
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 4.7 mi away

Newcomerstown Mayor Office

Newcomerstown , OH
124 W Church St, Newcomerstown, OH 43832
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Port Washington.

RAIL

Alliance

75 mi away
820 East Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hopewell and Akron. Straight-line distance: 84.98 mi (136.77 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Hopewell

Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America

Population2,745
Coordinates39.9556200, -82.1707000
Altitude331
CountryUnited States
Akron

#2 Akron

The fifth most populous city in Ohio.

Population195,994
Coordinates41.0814400, -81.5190100
Altitude291
CountryUnited States
Start: South Hopewell Road (-82.170776, 39.955621)
End: West Bowery Street (-81.519083, 41.081257)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 192 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.21 gal
15.94 L · about $15.60
Round trip
$31.20
8.42 gal · 31.88 L
Estimated CO2
37.4 kg one way
Round trip: 74.8 kg / 165 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $15.60 $31.20
Mid-grade $4.24 $17.86 $35.72
Premium $4.79 $20.17 $40.33
Diesel $4.30 $18.12 $36.24

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Hopewell and Akron. The current time is 22:14:02.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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