Traveling from Day Heights to Parma covers 226.1 miles across the Ohio landscape, typically taking about 4 hours and 36 minutes to complete. Because this route is primarily a highway-focused drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking overnight accommodations along the way. You should budget approximately $34 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Midwest, you will rely on a combination of I-71, US 22, and Ridge Road to reach your destination. This straightforward transit is an efficient way to cross the state, offering a reliable path for those looking to reach Parma without unnecessary detours.
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
113.1 miles from Day Heights, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
173.7 mi
3h 9m
Ridge Road
14.9 mi
24m
US 22
10 mi
14m
SR 132
6.7 mi
11m
State Route 28
5.4 mi
9m
SR 380
3.5 mi
6m
I 271
3.3 mi
3m
SR 123
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 173.7 mi, about 3h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Day Heights, OH and Parma, OH.
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Start on Kent Drive
0.1 mi·29 sec·Kent Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto Betty Lane
0.2 mi·39 sec·Betty Lane
3
Turn right onto SR 131
0.4 mi·44 sec·SR 131
4
Continue on SR 131
0.4 mi·39 sec·SR 131
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on SR 131
156 ft·10 sec·SR 131
6
Turn left onto Buckwheat Road
1.8 mi·3 min·Buckwheat Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 28
5.4 mi·9 min·State Route 28
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto SR 132
6.7 mi·11 min·SR 132
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 123
3.0 mi·5 min·SR 123
10
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
10.0 mi·14 min·US 22; SR 3
11
Turn left onto SR 380
3.5 mi·6 min·SR 380
12
Turn left onto SR 73
0.2 mi·20 sec·State Route 73
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
14
Merge onto I 71
61 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi·45 sec·I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, WheelingUse the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 70; I 71
1.3 mi·1 min·South Innerbelt
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
1.0 mi·1 min·I 71
Exit 101AToward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
112 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
3.3 mi·3 min·I 271
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 3Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North RoyaltonUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn left onto SR 94
15 mi·24 min·Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Snow Road
23
Turn right onto West 54th Street
47 ft·1 sec·West 54th Street
24
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive for a single day, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop during the 4-hour and 36-minute journey to keep your energy levels steady. Given that I-71 makes up the vast majority of your time on the road, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longest 173.7-mile stretch to avoid unnecessary mid-highway stops. If you want to avoid peak traffic congestion, try to time your departure to steer clear of major urban rush hours. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity will ensure you arrive in Parma feeling refreshed rather than worn out from the road.
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 113.1 miles from Day Heights, OH, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 173.7 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 50 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.1 miles or 2h 23m 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 42m
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 Day Heights, 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 Day Heights, OH
This is one driving day of about 226.1 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Day Heights, 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 173.7 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 210.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Betty Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Betty Lane
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in|Buckwheat Road
Turn left onto Buckwheat Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
92.5 mi into trip|~2h in|I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
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94.2 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
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210.3 mi into trip|~4h 9m 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
$35.09 one way
$70.18 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg79 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$38.94
$77.89
premium
$4.91
$43.70
$87.40
diesel
$5.61
$49.92
$99.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.8
0
$23.74
$10.85
Efficient EV
56.5
0
$19.78
$9.04
EV Truck/SUV
90.4
1
$31.65
$14.47
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 20, 2026
Origin
Day Heights, OH
Late night
in Day Heights on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Parma, OH
Late night
in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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
4h 36m 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.
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 218.3
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 31.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient journey, as 91% of this route consists of highway travel. The majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent on I-71, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch spanning 173.7 miles. This interstate segment allows for consistent speeds, making the drive feel purposeful and direct. Once you transition away from the main highway corridor toward the final segments on US 22 and Ridge Road, the pace naturally shifts to accommodate local traffic. You will find that the road’s personality is dominated by the interstate grind, providing a predictable experience for the driver throughout the bulk of the trip.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 173.7 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 0.1 miles in near Betty Lane.
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 20 significant decision points across 226.1 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 0.1 miles (Betty Lane): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles (Buckwheat Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Between Day Heights, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Royalton.
Wheeling
92.5 mi in|~2h|via I 71
Royalton
210.3 mi in|~4h 9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 226.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 173.7 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 25 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 25 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Betty Lane): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles (Buckwheat Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.5 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
