How far is Jefferson, OH from Akron, OH?
The driving distance from Jefferson, OH to Akron, OH is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.7 miles (96.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m 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 24m.
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.
City in Lake County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jefferson and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson and Akron.
-
1
Start on North Chestnut Street
2833 ft · 2 min · North Chestnut Street
-
2
Turn left onto West Beech Street
2807 ft · 1 min · West Beech Street
-
3
Continue on State Route 307
4.4 mi · 6 min · State Route 307
-
4
Turn right onto State Route 45
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Route 45
-
5
Take the ramp left
1529 ft · 37 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
32.9 mi · 36 min
-
7
Keep slight left
13.9 mi · 17 min
-
8
Merge slight right onto Outerbelt East Freeway
3.6 mi · 4 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
-
9
Keep slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
-
10
Take the exit slight left toward SR 8 South: Boston Heights, Akron
1.5 mi · 2 min
-
11
Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
15.1 mi · 19 min · Akron Expressway
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Perkins Street
946 ft · 23 sec
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on Goodkirk Street
101 m · 10 sec · Goodkirk Street
-
14
Continue on Goodkirk Street
678 ft · 19 sec · Goodkirk Street
-
15
Turn right onto North Forge Street
1551 ft · 47 sec · North Forge Street
-
16
Continue on East Mill Street
2563 ft · 1 min · East Mill Street
-
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
49 m · 3 sec · South Main Street
-
18
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
536 ft · 21 sec · South Main Street
-
19
Turn right onto West Bowery Street
22 m · 2 sec · West Bowery Street
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Bowery Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jefferson 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.
State Route 45
Merge slight left
32.9 mi · 00h 36m
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 Rain Showers leaving Jefferson and Chance Rain Showers near Akron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jefferson to Akron?
The road trip is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Willoughby Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from Jefferson and 40.5 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.7 miles (96.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 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 3:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.52 one way or $21.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Jefferson and Chance Rain Showers near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Willoughby Hills
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 Willoughby Hills.
Cleveland Lakefront station
Elyria
Alliance
Sandusky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson and Akron. Straight-line distance: 59.74 mi (96.15 km).
#1 Jefferson
Jefferson is a place in Ohio, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.7386700, -80.7698100 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| 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: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $10.52 | $21.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $12.05 | $24.09 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $13.60 | $27.21 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $12.22 | $24.45 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.