How far is Suffield, OH from Akron, OH?

Fastest route

The distance between Suffield, Ohio 44260, and Akron, Ohio is approximately 11.3 miles (18.2 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 21 minutes. The route includes E Market St.

Directions

  1. Start at Suffield, Ohio 44260.
  2. Head north on OH-43 N toward Waterloo Rd for 0.3 miles.
  3. Turn left onto US-224 W and continue for 4.2 miles.
  4. Turn right onto Canton Rd and drive 1.8 miles, passing by McDonald's on the left.
  5. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto E Market St and proceed for 4.7 miles, passing Two Men and a Truck on the right in 1.9 miles.
  6. Turn left onto King James Wy/S Main St and drive 0.2 miles.
  7. At the next traffic circle, continue straight to stay on King James Wy/S Main St for 0.1 miles.
  8. Turn right onto W Bowery St for a distance of 69 feet.
  9. Arrive at Akron, Ohio.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Consider using a navigation app for real-time traffic updates.
  • 🛣️ Keep an eye on road signs to ensure you're on the correct route.
  • ⛽ It's a good idea to have enough fuel for the journey.
  • 🕒 Plan your departure time to avoid rush hours for a smoother drive.
  • 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the route before starting to drive.

FAQs

Q: How far is Suffield, Ohio from Akron, Ohio? A: The distance is approximately 11.3 miles (18.2 kilometers).

Q: What is the estimated travel time between the two locations? A: The estimated travel time is around 21 minutes.

Q: What is the main road I need to take during the journey? A: The main road to take is E Market St.

Q: Are there any landmarks I should watch out for on the route? A: You'll pass by McDonald's and Two Men and a Truck along the way.

Q: Are there any tips for driving this route? A: Yes, consider using navigation apps, keeping an eye on road signs, ensuring you have enough fuel, planning your departure time, and familiarizing yourself with the route before starting.

Trip Tools

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This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
14.13 mi
00h 21m
Flight
9.81 mi
15.79 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
9.81 mi
Kilometers
15.79 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
14.13 mi
Kilometers
22.74 km
Drive Time
00h 21m

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 00h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Akron
Thu, Apr 23, 12:50 AM EDT
Return by in Suffield
Thu, Apr 23, 1:11 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Suffield
2026-04-23T00:29
Arrive Akron
Thu, Apr 23, 12:50 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:21 AM to 7:21 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:48 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Suffield
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Lakemore
OH

City in Summit County, Ohio, United States of America

From Suffield
6.6 mi
00h 10m
To Akron
7.5 mi
00h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph S
Destination
78°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Suffield and Akron.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Suffield and Akron.

  1. 1

    Start on State Route 43

    1479 ft · 35 sec · State Route 43

  2. 2

    Turn left

    8.1 mi · 12 min

  3. 3

    Take the exit slight right toward I 77 North: Akron

    2079 ft · 51 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    3 mi · 4 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward Carroll Street, Buchtel Avenue

    941 ft · 23 sec

  6. 6

    Turn straight onto Fountain Street

    1190 ft · 33 sec · Fountain Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Fountain Street

    927 ft · 26 sec · Fountain Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto East Market Street

    823 ft · 24 sec · East Market Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto South Forge Street

    964 ft · 28 sec · South Forge Street

  10. 10

    Continue on East Mill Street

    2563 ft · 1 min · East Mill Street

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street

    49 m · 3 sec · South Main Street

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street

    536 ft · 21 sec · South Main Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto West Bowery Street

    22 m · 2 sec · West Bowery Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Bowery Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Suffield and Akron.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
14 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
99.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 77 North
3.43 mi · 24%
East Mill Street
0.49 mi · 3%
Fountain Street
0.4 mi · 3%
State Route 43
0.28 mi · 2%
South Forge Street
0.18 mi · 1%
Carroll Street
0.18 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

8.1 mi · 00h 12m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 21m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.3 mi
9.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lakemore
00h 10m from Suffield
Leave By
7:48 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Suffield and Mostly Sunny near Akron.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Suffield to Akron?

The road trip is about 14.1 miles (22.7 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?

Lakemore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.6 miles from Suffield and 7.5 miles from Akron.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 9.8 miles (15.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.85 one way or $3.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Suffield and Mostly Sunny near Akron.

Stop Ideas Near Lakemore

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Lakemore, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lakemore.

RAIL

Alliance

31 mi away
820 East Main Street
RAIL

Cleveland Lakefront station

58 mi away
200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
RAIL

Elyria

68 mi away
410 East River Road
RAIL

Sandusky

117 mi away
1200 North Depot St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Suffield and Akron. Straight-line distance: 9.81 mi (15.79 km).

Suffield

#1 Suffield

Township in Portage County, Ohio

Population6,276
Coordinates41.0231100, -81.3473300
Altitude361
CountryUnited States
Akron

#2 Akron

The fifth most populous city in Ohio.

Population195,994
Coordinates41.0814400, -81.5190100
Altitude291
CountryUnited States
Start: State Route 43 (-81.347391, 41.023111)
End: West Bowery Street (-81.519083, 41.081257)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 23 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 28m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 21m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 14m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.5 gal
1.89 L · about $1.85
Round trip
$3.71
1 gal · 3.78 L
Estimated CO2
4.4 kg one way
Round trip: 8.9 kg / 20 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $1.85 $3.71
Mid-grade $4.24 $2.12 $4.24
Premium $4.79 $2.40 $4.79
Diesel $4.30 $2.15 $4.30

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Suffield and Akron. The current time is 00:29:48.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.