Akron to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1484.8 miles 2389.5 km · straight line
1781.7 miles estimated 2867.4 km · driving distance
35h 51min estimated drive time
$171 - $211 estimated fuel cost
~3h 29min flight time
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Yellowstone?

The distance from Akron to Yellowstone is 1484.8 miles (2389.5 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located WNW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1781.7 miles, taking about 35h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 29min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Yellowstone in Wyoming.

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 Yellowstone. 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 Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 51min $171 - $211 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~43h 1min $143–$267* Budget
Train ~46h 36min $214–$624* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Yellowstone
44.43°N, 110.59°W
America/Denver
2357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 495 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 124 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 16.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients