How far is Newport, OH from Akron, OH?
The driving distance from Newport, OH to Akron, OH is about 142.6 miles (229.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.8 miles (189.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 18m.
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 Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newport and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport and Akron.
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Start on Charles Street
560 ft · 30 sec · Charles Street
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Turn left onto Morus Street
99 m · 16 sec · Morus Street
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Turn right
13.9 mi · 21 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 77 North: Cleveland
1973 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
125.5 mi · 2 hr 18 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 Newport 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.
I 77 North
Merge slight left
125 mi · 02h 18m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Newport and Showers And Thunderstorms near Akron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newport to Akron?
The road trip is about 142.6 miles (229.5 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Newcomerstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.8 miles from Newport and 71.8 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.8 miles (189.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 1:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.64 one way or $37.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Newport and Showers And Thunderstorms near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Newcomerstown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Port Washington Town Hall
Newcomerstown Mayor Office
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newcomerstown.
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newport and Akron. Straight-line distance: 117.82 mi (189.61 km).
#1 Newport
City in Washington County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,909 |
| Coordinates | 39.3909100, -81.2267800 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| 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: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $18.64 | $37.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $21.34 | $42.67 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $24.09 | $48.19 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.65 | $43.30 |
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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