Akron to Olathe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

719.6 miles 1158.1 km · straight line
863.5 miles estimated 1389.7 km · driving distance
17h 22min estimated drive time
$83 - $102 estimated fuel cost
~1h 57min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Olathe?

The distance from Akron to Olathe is 719.6 miles (1158.1 km) as the crow flies. Olathe is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 863.5 miles, taking about 17h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Olathe in Kansas.

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 Olathe. 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 Olathe

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 22min $83 - $102 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 50min $69–$130* Budget
Train ~22h 35min $104–$302* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Olathe

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Olathe
38.88°N, 94.82°W
America/Chicago
315m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 240 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients