Akron to Sun Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Akron from Sun Valley?

The distance from Akron to Sun Valley is 1674.2 miles (2694.3 km) as the crow flies. Sun Valley is located WNW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2009 miles, taking about 40h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 52min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Sun Valley in Idaho.

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 Sun Valley. 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.