Akron to Franklin, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

458.7 miles 738.2 km · straight line
550.4 miles estimated 885.8 km · driving distance
11h 4min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
221° SW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Franklin, Tennessee?

The distance from Akron to Franklin, Tennessee is 458.7 miles (738.2 km) as the crow flies. Franklin, Tennessee is located SW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 550.4 miles, taking about 11h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Franklin, Tennessee. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Franklin, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 4min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 17min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~10h 31min $66–$193* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Franklin, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Franklin, Tennessee
35.93°N, 86.87°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 153 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients