Akron to Jacksonville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

742.7 miles 1195.3 km · straight line
858.8 miles actual route 1382.1 km · driving distance
15h 56min estimated drive time
$83 - $102 estimated fuel cost
~2h 0min flight time
181° S bearing direction

How far is Akron from Jacksonville, Florida?

The distance from Akron to Jacksonville, Florida is 742.7 miles (1195.3 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Florida is located S of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 858.8 miles, taking about 15h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 0min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Jacksonville, Florida in Florida.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Jacksonville, Florida. 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 Jacksonville, Florida

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 56min $83 - $102 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 7min $69–$129* Budget
Train ~20h 43min $103–$301* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Jacksonville, Florida

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 248 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 62 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM