Akron to Wake Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Akron from Wake Forest?

The distance from Akron to Wake Forest is 388.1 miles (624.6 km) as the crow flies. Wake Forest is located SSE of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 465.7 miles, taking about 9h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Wake Forest in North Carolina.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Wake Forest. 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.