What is the cheapest way to get from Dayton to Akron?

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Akron is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dayton to Akron?

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Akron is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Dayton and Akron?

No, there is no direct bus from Dayton to Akron. However, there are services departing from Riverview @ Dayton Art Institute and arriving at Metro Transit Center Akron Ohio via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, E Main St & S 5Th St and Columbus - Downtown - Mound St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Dayton to Akron?

The distance between Dayton and Akron is 207 miles. The road distance is 189.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dayton to Akron without a car?

The best way to get from Dayton to Akron without a car is to bus via Columbus which takes 6h 51m and costs $27 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Dayton to Akron?

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Dayton to Akron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dayton to Akron bus from?

Dayton to Akron bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Dayton to Akron?

The best way to get from Dayton to Akron is to bus via Columbus which takes 6h 51m and costs $27 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $750 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Dayton to Akron bus arrive?

Dayton to Akron bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Columbus station.

Can I drive from Dayton to Akron?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Akron is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Dayton to Akron.

Where can I stay near Akron?

There are 123+ hotels available in Akron.

Dayton to Akron - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Dayton to Akron by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus via Columbus
best
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to ColumbusFlixBus 2511
2. Take the bus from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St to Metro Transit Center Akron OhioLouisville / ...
6h 51m
$27–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Columbus Bus StationGreyhound US0105 / ...
2. Take the bus from N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus to Metro Transit Center Akron OhioLouisville / ...
6h 55m
$20–107
Drive 188.8 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Akron188.8 mi
3h 20m
$35–50
Fly
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Akron (CAK)DAY - CAK
7h 13m
$132–752
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Mansfield Bus StopGreyhound US0105
2. Take the bus from Mansfield, OH to Akron, OHCinncinati,OH-Buffalo
8h
$38–107
Bus via Wright Stop Plaza - N.B.
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to ColumbusFlixBus 2511
2. Take the bus from Columbus, Ohio Greyhound Station to Akron Ohio Metro Transit374 D
8h 25m
$58–152

Dayton to Akron by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

8hAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.3 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Riverview @ Dayton Art Institute to Metro Transit Center Akron Ohio via Northwest Hub, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, Columbus, E Main St & S 5Th St, S Grant Ave & E Mound St, and Columbus - Downtown - Mound St in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Dayton (DAY) to Akron (CAK) 5 times a day.

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