Akron to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

442.7 miles 712.5 km · straight line
503.9 miles actual route 810.9 km · driving distance
9h 27min estimated drive time
$48 - $60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
222° SW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Nashville?

The distance from Akron to Nashville is 442.7 miles (712.5 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located SW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 503.9 miles, taking about 9h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Nashville in Tennessee.

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 Nashville. 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 Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 27min $48 - $60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 20min $40–$76* Budget
Train ~8h 59min $60–$176* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 148 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM