Akron to Highland Park: Road Trip Guide & Distance

333.1 miles 536 km · straight line
399.7 miles estimated 643.2 km · driving distance
8h 2min estimated drive time
$38 - $47 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Highland Park?

The distance from Akron to Highland Park is 333.1 miles (536 km) as the crow flies. Highland Park is located WNW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 399.7 miles, taking about 8h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Highland Park in Illinois.

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 Highland Park. 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 Highland Park

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 2min $38 - $47 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 38min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 38min $48–$140* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Highland Park

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Highland Park
42.18°N, 87.80°W
America/Chicago
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 111 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients