Akron to Atlanta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

530.4 miles 853.6 km · straight line
681.6 miles actual route 1096.9 km · driving distance
12h 52min estimated drive time
$66 - $81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
198° SSW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Atlanta?

The distance from Akron to Atlanta is 530.4 miles (853.6 km) as the crow flies. Atlanta is located SSW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 681.6 miles, taking about 12h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Atlanta in Georgia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Atlanta. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Atlanta

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 52min $66 - $81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 26min $55–$102* Budget
Train ~16h 44min $82–$239* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Atlanta

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 177 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM