How far is Obetz, OH from Akron, OH?
The driving distance from Obetz, OH to Akron, OH is about 138.4 miles (222.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m 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 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Richland County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Obetz and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Obetz and Akron.
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Start on Groveport Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Groveport Road
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Take the ramp left toward State Route 104, I 71: 104 South, I 71
1035 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Frank-Refugee Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Frank-Refugee Expressway
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Continue on Frank Road
38 m · 2 sec · Frank Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 71 North: Columbus
1913 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
2063 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Innerbelt
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Innerbelt
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Keep slight right to continue on I 71 North: Cleveland
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
100.4 mi · 1 hr 49 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 Obetz 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 71 North
Keep slight left
100 mi · 01h 49m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Obetz 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 Obetz to Akron?
The road trip is about 138.4 miles (222.8 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Obetz and 71.5 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.3 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 2:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.08 one way or $36.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Obetz and Chance Rain Showers near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Obetz and Akron. Straight-line distance: 112.09 mi (180.39 km).
#1 Obetz
City in Franklin County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 5,387 |
| Coordinates | 39.8789500, -82.9507400 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| 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: 223 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $18.08 | $36.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.70 | $41.40 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $23.38 | $46.75 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.00 | $42.01 |
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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