Akron to Lansing, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

314.1 miles 505.5 km · straight line
376.9 miles estimated 606.6 km · driving distance
7h 35min estimated drive time
$36 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Lansing, Illinois?

The distance from Akron to Lansing, Illinois is 314.1 miles (505.5 km) as the crow flies. Lansing, Illinois is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 376.9 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Lansing, Illinois 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 Lansing, Illinois. 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 Lansing, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 35min $36 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 6min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 12min $45–$132* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Lansing, Illinois

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Lansing, Illinois
41.56°N, 87.54°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 79.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients