Cities Near Akron
Cities near Akron, Ohio: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Canton, Parma, Elyria. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Akron, Ohio is Canton, about 21 mi (34 km) away — roughly 40 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canton | 21 mi / 34 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Parma | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Elyria | 36 mi / 59 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Youngstown | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Pittsburgh | 91 mi / 147 km | 2 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Erie | 104 mi / 167 km | 2 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Columbus | 110 mi / 177 km | 2 hr 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Toledo | 113 mi / 182 km | 2 hr 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Windsor | 114 mi / 184 km | 2 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Saint Clair Shores | 121 mi / 194 km | 2 hr 48 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Akron
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Canton, Parma, Elyria, Youngstown, Pittsburgh. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Akron
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Erie, Columbus, Toledo, Windsor, Saint Clair Shores. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Akron include Canton, Parma, Elyria, Youngstown, Pittsburgh. The closest is Canton, about 21 miles (34 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.