How far is Portage Lakes, OH from Akron, OH?
Fastest route
The driving distance between Portage Lakes, Ohio and Akron, Ohio is 5.6 miles (9.0 kilometers). The drive time is about 16 minutes.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head east on W Bowery St toward King James Wy/S Main St
W Bowery St, Akron, Ohio
- Turn right onto S High St
S High St, Akron, Ohio
- Continue straight to stay on S High St
S High St, Akron, Ohio
- Continue onto S Main St
- Keep left to stay on S Main StPass by Fisher Auto Parts (on the right in 2.2 mi)
- Turn right onto W Ingleside Dr
- Turn right onto Sauer Dr
If you want to meet halfway between Portage Lakes and Akron, Ohio, the exact coordinates of the halfway point of this route are 41.068730 and -81.550262, or 41º 04' 08.416" N, -81º 33' 00.704" W. This location is 2.8 miles away from Portage Lakes and Akron and it would take approximately 5 minutes to reach the halfway point from both locations.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portage Lakes and Akron.
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Start on Sauer Drive
103 m · 21 sec · Sauer Drive
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Turn left onto West Ingleside Drive
834 ft · 42 sec · West Ingleside Drive
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Turn left onto South Main Street
4.2 mi · 9 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Thornton Street
138 m · 15 sec · East Thornton Street
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Turn left onto South Broadway Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto 22 East Exchange Street
116 m · 8 sec · 22 East Exchange Street
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Continue on East Exchange Street
115 m · 10 sec · East Exchange Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1928 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left 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 Portage Lakes 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.
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
4.18 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
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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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Portage Lakes 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 Portage Lakes to Akron?
The road trip is about 9.2 miles (14.8 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?
Barberton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.9 miles from Portage Lakes and 6.3 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.2 miles (8.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.19 one way or $2.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Portage Lakes and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Barberton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Portage Lakes and Akron. Straight-line distance: 5.14 mi (8.27 km).
#1 Portage Lakes
Census-designated place in Summit County, Ohio
| Population | 6,968 |
| Coordinates | 41.0072800, -81.5270600 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| 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: 15 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $1.19 | $2.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $1.36 | $2.71 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $1.53 | $3.07 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $1.38 | $2.75 |
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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