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Cincinnati → Akron

Cincinnati to Akron by train

Akron lies 335 km (208 mi) north-east of Cincinnati, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

By rail the journey is about 4 h 32 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 408 km (254 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.

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CincinnatiAkron
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population311,097197,542
Elevation267 m (876 ft)295 m (968 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/New_York)
Stations on recordCincinnati Union Terminal, Dixie TerminalAkron, Akron Northside station, Akron Union Station
Postal codes45201–4599944301–44398

Where to book trains from Cincinnati to Akron

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Common questions

How far is Akron from Cincinnati?

335 km (208 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Cincinnati; by road roughly 408 km (254 mi).

How long does it take to get from Cincinnati to Akron by train?

About 4 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Cincinnati and Akron?

No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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  • Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines

Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.