Akron to Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283 miles 455.4 km · straight line
353.7 miles estimated 569.3 km · driving distance
7h 7min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
103° ESE bearing direction

How far is Akron from Lancaster, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Akron to Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 283 miles (455.4 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, Pennsylvania is located ESE of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.7 miles, taking about 7h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 7min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 32min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 46min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients