This 136.7-mile journey from Cross Creek to Parma, Ohio, is an efficient drive that can be completed in about 2 hours and 42 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-71, Ridge Road, and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway, this route is a great option for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it's an economical choice for travelers within the Midwest region. The drive is largely highway-focused, making it a straightforward transit rather than a sightseeing adventure. Its manageable length means you can depart and arrive within the same day, offering flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.3 miles from Cross Creek, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
101.1 mi
1h 48m
Ridge Road
14.9 mi
24m
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
11.9 mi
13m
I 271
3.3 mi
3m
Cemetery Road
1 mi
2m
Leap Road
1 mi
2m
Snow Road
0.6 mi
1m
Walcutt Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 101.1 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cross Creek, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Alma Street
146 ft·10 sec·Alma Street
2
Turn left onto Crockett Drive
0.2 mi·39 sec·Crockett Drive
3
Turn left onto Walcutt Road
0.4 mi·42 sec·Walcutt Road
4
Enter roundabout onto CR 29
19 ft·0 sec·Scioto Darby Road
5
Continue on CR 29
0.3 mi·42 sec·Scioto Darby Road
6
Turn left onto Leap Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Leap Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Turn right onto CR 30
1.0 mi·2 min·Cemetery Road
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left
0.5 mi·50 sec
Toward I 270 North: DublinUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 270
12 mi·13 min·Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 26Toward I 71: Columbus, ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 71
101 mi·1 hr 48 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
3.3 mi·3 min·I 271
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 3Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North RoyaltonUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto SR 94
15 mi·24 min·Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Snow Road
17
Turn right onto West 54th Street
47 ft·1 sec·West 54th Street
18
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 42-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially on I-71. With just one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to break up the journey as needed. The fuel cost is estimated at $20, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Cross Creek to minimize any potential extra stops. Pay attention to signage for transitions between I-71, Ridge Road, and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway to ensure you stay on track for Parma.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.3 miles from Cross Creek, OH, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.1 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 30 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.3 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cross Creek, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Cross Creek, OH
This is one driving day of about 136.7 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Cross Creek, 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 101.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 120.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.9 mi into trip|~2m in|Leap Road
Turn left onto Leap Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
1.9 mi into trip|~4m in|CR 30 / Cemetery Road
Turn right onto CR 30 / Cemetery Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
15.3 mi into trip|~21m in
Take the exit toward I 71: Columbus, Cleveland
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 26
Toward I 71: Columbus, Cleveland
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15.8 mi into trip|~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
120.8 mi into trip|~2h 16m 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
$21.22 one way
$42.43 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$23.55
$47.09
premium
$4.91
$26.42
$52.84
diesel
$5.61
$30.18
$60.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41
0
$14.35
$6.56
Efficient EV
34.2
0
$11.96
$5.47
EV Truck/SUV
54.7
0
$19.14
$8.75
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026
Origin
Cross Creek, OH
Morning
in Cross Creek on Tuesday
Local time
11:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Parma, OH
Morning
in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
11:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Mansfield, OH
68 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
21 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
2h 42m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 127.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 85% of the route on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 101.1 miles along I-71, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, there are segments on Ridge Road and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway that may offer a slight change in scenery or traffic patterns. This route generally maintains a steady driving rhythm, minimizing complex maneuvers and maximizing forward progress.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.1 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Ridge Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near Leap Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 136.7 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 0.9 miles (Leap Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (CR 30 / Cemetery Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,303 ft862 ft
Total Climb
574 ft
Total Descent
630 ft
Highest Point
1,303 ft
~78.1 mi in
Elevation Range
440 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cross Creek, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Royalton.
Cleveland
15.3 mi in|~21m
Royalton
120.8 mi in|~2h 16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 136.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.1 miles on I 71. 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.
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 0.9 miles (Leap Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (CR 30 / Cemetery Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
