Origin
Dublin, OH
Afternoon in Dublin on Tuesday
Local time
1:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dublin, 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
2h 32m
Distance
128.4 mi
207 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 22m
★
6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 52m
8 PM
2h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dublin, OH
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Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
This 128.4-mile drive from Dublin, OH, to Parma, OH, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, with an estimated travel time of 2 hours and 32 minutes. It's a highway-focused route, with 85% of the drive on major roads like I-71 and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. With a projected fuel cost of around $20, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a quick excursion within the Midwest. The single recommended stop is conveniently located, allowing you to break up the journey without significant detours. This route is ideal if you're looking for a no-fuss drive between two points in Ohio.
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
64.2 miles from Dublin, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 101.1 mi | 1h 48m |
| Ridge Road | 14.9 mi | 24m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| I 271 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| West Dublin Granville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Snow Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Sawmill Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Bridge Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 101.1 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dublin, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on this road
103 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Mill Lane
128 ft
·
9 sec
·
Mill Lane
3
Turn right onto US 33; SR 161
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Bridge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Enter roundabout onto SR 161
172 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Dublin Granville Road
5
Continue on SR 161
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Dublin Granville Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto Dublin Center Drive
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Dublin Center Drive
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Bridge Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bridge Park Avenue
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto CR 70
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Sawmill Road
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
10
Merge onto I 270
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 26
Toward I 71: Columbus, Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 71
101 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 271
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 3
Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto SR 94
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Snow Road
18
Turn right onto West 54th Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 54th Street
19
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2.5-hour duration, this trip is best tackled as a single-day adventure, offering flexibility in your departure time. Leaving in the mid-morning can help you avoid the peak rush hour in both the Dublin and Parma areas. You'll encounter one recommended stop along the way, which is ample time to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on I-71 is over 100 miles, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on such a long segment. The estimated fuel cost of $20 makes this an economical option for a quick road trip.
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 64.2 miles from Dublin, OH, or about 1h 13m 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.2 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
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 Dublin, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Dublin, OH
This is one driving day of about 128.4 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Dublin, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.2 miles from Dublin, 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 101.1 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 112.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street
Turn right onto US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Bridge Park Avenue
Turn right onto Bridge Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
7.1 mi into trip
|
~10m 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
7
7.6 mi into trip
|
~11m 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
112.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m 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
$19.93 one way
$39.85 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $22.12 | $44.23 |
| premium | $4.91 | $24.82 | $49.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.35 | $56.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.24 | $5.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.4 | 0 | $17.98 | $8.22 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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 Tuesday
Local time
1:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Mansfield, OH
64 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 32m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, as 85% of the route utilizes major freeways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-71, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 101.1 miles, which offers a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, the inclusion of Ridge Road and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway suggests some transitions that might offer slight variations in scenery or traffic flow. Overall, the character of this drive is one of efficient transit rather than winding scenic byways.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 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 early in the drive near US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 128.4 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: near the start (US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Bridge Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dublin, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Royalton.
Cleveland
7.1 mi in
|
~10m
Royalton
112.6 mi in
|
~2h 5m
About the Cities
Starting in Dublin, OH
Full guide →Dublin is an upscale suburb in the Greater Columbus area of Ohio that is about 20 mi (32 km) northwest of Columbus.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 128.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m 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: near the start (US 33; SR 161 / West Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Bridge Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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