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

The cheapest way to get from Lorain to Akron is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lorain to Akron is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Lorain and Akron?

No, there is no direct bus from Lorain to Akron. However, there are services departing from Industrial Pkwy & Lorain Rd and arriving at Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron via Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Lorain to Akron?

The distance between Lorain and Akron is 72 miles. The road distance is 53.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lorain to Akron without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 13m and costs $35 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Lorain to Akron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lorain to Akron bus from?

Lorain to Akron bus services, operated by Greater Cleveland Transit, depart from Industrial Pkwy & Lorain Rd station.

Where does the Lorain to Akron bus arrive?

Lorain to Akron bus services, operated by Greater Cleveland Transit, arrive at Chester Av & E 15Th St station.

Can I drive from Lorain to Akron?

Yes, the driving distance between Lorain to Akron is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Lorain to Akron.

Where can I stay near Akron?

There are 132+ hotels available in Akron.

Lorain to Akron - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Lorain to Akron by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elyria Station to Cleveland Amtraktrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from W. Prospect Ave & Superior Ave to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akronbus 61
3h 13m
$35–47
Drive 52.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lorain to Akroncar 52.9 mi
1h 5m
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lorain to Akrontaxi 52.9 mi
1h 5m
$140–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Industrial Pkwy & Lorain Rd to Chester Av & E 15Th Stbus 55-55B-55C
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akronbus Cleveland
3h 16m
$49–89
Bus via Parma Heights
1. Take the bus from Lorain County Transportation & CS to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Brook Park to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akronbus Route C SB
4h 11m
$37–48

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a vehicle from Lorain to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron via Industrial Pkwy & Lorain Rd and Cleveland, OH in around 3h 16m.

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