Akron to Colorado Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1240.1 miles 1995.8 km · straight line
1368.6 miles actual route 2202.5 km · driving distance
24h 59min estimated drive time
$132 - $162 estimated fuel cost
~3h 0min flight time
270° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Colorado Springs?

The distance from Akron to Colorado Springs is 1240.1 miles (1995.8 km) as the crow flies. Colorado Springs is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1368.6 miles, taking about 24h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 0min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Colorado Springs in Colorado.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Colorado Springs. 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 Colorado Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 59min $132 - $162 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 59min $109–$205* Budget
Train ~32h 29min $164–$479* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Colorado Springs

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 413 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 103 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM