Akron to Wheeling, West Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Akron from Wheeling, West Virginia?

The distance from Akron to Wheeling, West Virginia is 81.8 miles (131.7 km) as the crow flies. Wheeling, West Virginia is located SSE of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 102.3 miles, taking about 2h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Wheeling, West Virginia in West Virginia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Wheeling, West Virginia. 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.