Akron to Kearney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

916.1 miles 1474.4 km · straight line
1099.4 miles estimated 1769.3 km · driving distance
22h 7min estimated drive time
$106 - $130 estimated fuel cost
~2h 21min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Kearney?

The distance from Akron to Kearney is 916.1 miles (1474.4 km) as the crow flies. Kearney is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1099.4 miles, taking about 22h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 21min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Kearney in Nebraska.

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 Kearney. 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 Kearney

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 7min $106 - $130 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 32min $88–$165* Budget
Train ~28h 45min $132–$385* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Kearney

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Kearney
40.70°N, 99.08°W
America/Chicago
656m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 305 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 76 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients