Rome2Rio

How to get fromDayton to Akronby car, bus, or taxi

Find Transport to Akron

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Dayton to Akron by car, bus, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Drive, bus

    best
    1. Drive from Dayton to Columbuscar car
    2. Take the bus from Columbus to Ashlandbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Ashland to Akronbus bus
    4h 55m
    $25–102

  2. Drive  188.8 mi

    1. Drive from Dayton to Akroncar car 188.8 mi
    3h 22m
    $35–50

  3. Taxi, bus

    1. Take the taxi from Dayton to Cincinnatitaxi taxi
    2. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Akronbus bus Bsb 28 / ...
    5h 1m
    $135–198

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Dayton to Akron.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 203.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Dayton, OH, USA and Akron, OH, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dayton to Akron. However, you can drive to Columbus, take the bus to Ashland, then take the bus to Akron. Alternatively, you can drive from Dayton to Akron in around 3h 22m.

Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides