How far is South Point, OH from Akron, OH?
The driving distance from South Point, OH to Akron, OH is about 251.8 miles (405.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 10m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Washington County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Point and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Point and Akron.
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Start on 4th Street East
732 ft · 21 sec · 4th Street East
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Turn right onto Solida Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Solida Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
28 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
934 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
2501 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
11 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2, WV 193: Barboursville
1481 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Big Ben Bowen Highway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Big Ben Bowen Highway
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Turn right onto Ohio River Road
12.2 mi · 14 min · Ohio River Road
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Continue on Huntington Road
20.8 mi · 24 min · Huntington Road
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Continue on Viand Street
575 ft · 8 sec · Viand Street
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Continue straight
1508 ft · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
29.2 mi · 35 min
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Turn left
167.4 mi · 3 hr 3 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 South Point and Akron.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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167 mi · 03h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving South Point and Mostly Sunny then 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 South Point to Akron?
The road trip is about 251.8 miles (405.2 km) and usually takes 04h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Marietta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 127.2 miles from South Point and 124.6 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:38 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.94 one way or $65.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around South Point and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Akron.
Stop Ideas Near Marietta
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 Marietta.
Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Point and Akron. Straight-line distance: 192.56 mi (309.9 km).
#1 South Point
Town in Ohio, United States
| Population | 3,813 |
| Coordinates | 38.4178600, -82.5862700 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| 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: 405 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $32.94 | $65.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $37.71 | $75.42 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $42.58 | $85.17 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $38.26 | $76.53 |
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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