Origin
Bradford, OH
Afternoon in Bradford on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bradford, OH to Parma, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
200.7 mi
323 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bradford, OH
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Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
This 200.7-mile drive from Bradford, Ohio, to Parma, Ohio, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 12 minutes. You'll primarily be on Interstate 71, making it a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $31, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route is largely focused on highway driving, so you can expect a steady pace. This trip is best tackled as a single-day adventure, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
100.3 miles from Bradford, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 89.5 mi | 1h 35m |
| East Ash Street | 26.2 mi | 36m |
| Ridge Road | 14.9 mi | 24m |
| Delaware Avenue | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| US 36 | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| Scioto Street | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| SR 4 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| State Route 37 East | 5.9 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 89.5 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradford, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on East Main Street
34 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 721
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Miami Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 36
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
US 36
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 36
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
South College Street
5
Turn right onto US 36
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Water Street
6
Turn left onto US 36
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Spring Street
7
Turn right onto US 36
26 mi
·
36 min
·
East Ash Street
8
Enter roundabout onto US 36; SR 29
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
Scioto Street
9
Continue on US 36; SR 29
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Scioto Street
10
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 29
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
Scioto Street
11
Continue on SR 29; SR 559
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Turn left onto SR 4
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
East Sandusky Street
13
Turn slight left onto SR 4
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 4
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 4
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 36; SR 4
15
Take the exit onto US 36
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 36
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto US 36
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Delaware Avenue
17
Continue on US 36
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West William Street
18
Continue on US 36; SR 37; SR 521
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Road
19
Continue on US 36; SR 37
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 37 East
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
21
Merge onto I 71
89 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 271
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 3
Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
Use the slight right lane.
24
Turn left onto SR 94
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Snow Road
26
Turn right onto West 54th Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 54th Street
27
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 12-minute drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to arrive and settle in. Since it's a single-day trip covering 200.7 miles, you won't need to plan for an overnight stop. There's one recommended stop, so plan your breaks accordingly to stay refreshed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on I-71, and consider topping off before you leave Bradford to manage the estimated $31 fuel cost effectively.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.3 miles from Bradford, OH, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 44 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.3 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bradford, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bradford, OH
This is one driving day of about 200.7 miles and 4h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Bradford, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 89.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100.3 miles from Bradford, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 11.2 and 184.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 36 / South College Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 36 / South College Street
Navigation decision point
7
67.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
|
US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East: Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 93
Toward US 36 East: Delaware
5
91.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
92 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
I 71
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
184.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 45m in
Take the exit toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3
Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.15 one way
$62.30 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $34.57 | $69.14 |
| premium | $4.91 | $38.79 | $77.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.31 | $88.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.07 | $9.63 |
| Efficient EV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.56 | $8.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.3 | 1 | $28.10 | $12.84 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Parma, OH
Afternoon in Parma on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Dublin, OH
100 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 12m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 61% of this 200.7-mile route, primarily utilizing I-71. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 89.5 miles on I-71 without needing to exit, allowing for uninterrupted travel. The drive begins with local roads like East Ash Street and Ridge Road before merging onto the interstate. While the majority is interstate, the initial and final segments offer a slight change of scenery before you settle into the rhythm of highway driving.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.5 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and East Ash Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.2 miles in near US 36 / South College Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 200.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.2 miles (US 36 / South College Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.9 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bradford, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.
Royalton
184.8 mi in
|
~3h 45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 200.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.5 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Parma, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.2 miles (US 36 / South College Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.9 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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