Origin
Burton, OH
Morning in Burton on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burton, OH to Parma, OH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
38.4 mi
62 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burton, OH
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Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
This 38.4-mile drive from Burton to Parma, Ohio, is a straightforward 53-minute trip that's perfect for a day excursion. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an economical way to travel between two points within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes major roadways, making it an efficient journey. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this short distance; it's designed for a single, uninterrupted trip. This drive offers a practical and uncomplicated way to get from point A to point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 422 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| Ravenna Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| I 480N | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| SR 87 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| West 54th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Brookpark Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Park Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 422
— 15.4 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burton, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on SR 87
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Park Avenue
2
Continue on SR 87
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 87
3
Turn left onto SR 44
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Ravenna Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 422 West: Cleveland
5
Merge onto US 422
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 422
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 480 East, I 271 South, I 480 West: Columbus, Cleveland, Toledo
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
8
Continue on I 480N
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 480N
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
10
Merge onto I 480
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 16
Toward SR 94: State Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto SR 94
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
State Road
13
Turn right onto SR 17
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookpark Road
14
Turn left onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Burton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 36.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
SR 44 / Ravenna Road
Turn left onto SR 44 / Ravenna Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
9.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 422
Merge onto US 422
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 480 East, I 271 South, I 480 West: Columbus, Cleveland, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 480 East, I 271 South, I 480 West: Col...
5
32.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
36.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward SR 94: State Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16
Toward SR 94: State Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.96 one way
$11.92 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.61 | $13.23 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Morning in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 on this journey, with 70% of the drive on major roads. You'll navigate segments on US 422 and I-480 North, which constitute the bulk of the driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.4 miles on US 422, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While Ravenna Road provides a transition, the overall character leans towards efficient travel on well-established routes, rather than winding scenic byways. It's a drive built for getting there.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.4 mi on US 422.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 422 and Ravenna Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near SR 44 / Ravenna Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 38.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (SR 44 / Ravenna Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (US 422): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Burton, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Toledo.
Cleveland
24.9 mi in
|
~34m
Toledo
24.9 mi in
|
~34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 38.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.4 miles on US 422. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (SR 44 / Ravenna Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (US 422): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Parma, OH before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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