Akron to Indiana Dunes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

289.6 miles 466 km · straight line
361.9 miles estimated 582.5 km · driving distance
7h 17min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Indiana Dunes?

The distance from Akron to Indiana Dunes is 289.6 miles (466 km) as the crow flies. Indiana Dunes is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 361.9 miles, taking about 7h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Indiana Dunes in Indiana.

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 Indiana Dunes. 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 Indiana Dunes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 17min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 44min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 55min $43–$127* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Indiana Dunes

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Indiana Dunes
41.65°N, 87.05°W
America/New_York
60m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients