Akron to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

948.6 miles 1526.6 km · straight line
1039.7 miles actual route 1673.3 km · driving distance
19h 4min estimated drive time
$100 - $123 estimated fuel cost
~2h 24min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Akron to Oklahoma City is 948.6 miles (1526.6 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located WSW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1039.7 miles, taking about 19h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 24min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

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 Oklahoma City. 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 Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 4min $100 - $123 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 53min $83–$156* Budget
Train ~24h 47min $125–$364* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 316 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 79 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM