Origin
Chardon, OH
Late night in Chardon on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chardon, 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
1h 2m
Distance
44.7 mi
72 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chardon, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Parma, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Spanning 44.7 miles across Ohio, this drive from Chardon to Parma is a straightforward journey through the Midwest that typically takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You can expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route utilizes a combination of I-90, the Lakeland Freeway, and Concord Hambden Road to transition between these two communities. Whether you are heading out for work or visiting friends, this drive offers a practical connection without the need for extensive travel planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| Lakeland Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Concord Hambden Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Euclid Spur | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Innerbelt | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Jennings Freeway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| North State Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 11.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chardon, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on this road
323 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 608
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North State Avenue
3
Continue on SR 608
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Concord Hambden Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Auburn Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Auburn Road
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Auburn Road
334 ft
·
8 sec
·
Auburn Road
6
Turn right onto SR 44
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
State Route 44
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 90
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Euclid Spur
Toward Cleveland
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto I 90; SR 2
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Lakeland Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 90; SR 2
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Innerbelt
Use the slight left lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
Use the slight left lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 176
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Jennings Freeway
Toward SR 176 South: Parma
Use the slight left lane.
17
At end of road, turn right onto SR 17; SR 176
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Brookpark Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Chardon, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 7.7 and 38.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
7.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
19.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 90 / Euclid Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Euclid Spur toward Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Cleveland
6
34 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
I 90 / Innerbelt
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Innerbelt
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
37.5 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
7
38.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
SR 176 / Jennings Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 176 / Jennings Freeway toward SR 176 South: Parma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward SR 176 South: Parma
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.94 one way
$13.87 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| premium | $4.91 | $8.64 | $17.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Late night in Parma on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Wickliffe, OH
22 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m 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 mixed driving experience that blends local roads with faster highway segments. With a highway share of 56%, you will alternate between navigating surface roads like Concord Hambden Road and maintaining speed on the Lakeland Freeway and I-90. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 11.6 miles on I-90, which provides a brief period of consistent highway travel. As you progress, the road environment shifts from the more rural character near Chardon to the denser, more developed infrastructure approaching Parma. This variety keeps the drive engaging, as you transition from smaller local connectors to the primary interstate arteries.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.6 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34 miles (I 90 / Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Chardon, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Cleveland
19.6 mi in
|
~28m
|
via I 90
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 44.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.6 miles on I 90. 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 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34 miles (I 90 / Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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