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Trip from Harmony, OH to Parma, OH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 16m

Distance

170 mi

274 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 4m ★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Harmony, OH

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Parma, OH

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Trip Overview

This 175.2-mile journey from Harmony, OH, to Parma, OH, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with a significant portion including East National Road, I-70 East, and I-670 East. Expect a fuel cost of around $26 for this drive, which is entirely within the Midwest region. The route is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. This trip is well-suited for a day excursion, allowing ample time for your journey without the need for an overnight stay.

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

85 miles from Harmony, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 71 110.9 mi 2h
I 70 33.7 mi 36m
Ridge Road 14.9 mi 24m
I 670 4.3 mi 5m
I 271 3.3 mi 3m
Snow Road 0.6 mi 1m
East National Road 0.5 mi <1m
North Innerbelt 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 71 — 110.9 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Harmony, OH and Parma, OH.

1

Start on Center Street

342 ft · 17 sec · Center Street
2

Turn right onto US 40

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East National Road
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
4

Merge onto I 70

34 mi · 36 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 670
Toward I 670 East: Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight right lane.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland Use the slight left lane.
9

Merge onto I 71

111 mi · 2 hr · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 271

3.3 mi · 3 min · I 271
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 3 Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn left onto SR 94

15 mi · 24 min · Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Turn right onto Snow Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Snow Road
14

Turn right onto West 54th Street

47 ft · 1 sec · West 54th Street
15

Arrive at destination

West 54th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2 hour and 45-minute duration and the turn-heavy nature of this 175.2-mile route, starting your day with a full tank of fuel is advisable. The estimated fuel cost is $26. While there's only one recommended stop, the frequent turns mean you'll be more engaged, so consider taking short breaks as needed rather than relying solely on designated rest areas. Departing earlier in the day will help you avoid potential local traffic congestion, especially as you approach Parma. Keep an eye on your navigation system, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests it will be your most valuable tool.

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 85 miles from Harmony, OH, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.9 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 37 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 85 miles or 1h 34m 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 33m

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 Harmony, 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 Harmony, OH

This is one driving day of about 170 miles and 3h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Harmony, 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 110.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Mansfield, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

85 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

Columbus, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cardington, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85 miles from Harmony, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Seoul Garden Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Parma, Ohio

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12166615990

Red Sea Cafe & Deli | Somali Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

1 mi

Dragon Land Chinese Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Worthington, Ohio

1.4 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 43min in 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

2.2 mi

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Ohio

1.9 mi

Seoul Garden Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Parma, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12166615990

Red Sea Cafe & Deli | Somali Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16143922888

Visit website

Dragon Land Chinese Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Worthington, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16148479991

Visit website

Grandview Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16147251077

Visit website

Meadows Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Springfield, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19373234646

Haveli Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16148675008

Visit website

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16146213287

Visit website

Yanni's Greek Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16148904775

Moonbird Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Bottoms Up Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+16146622212

Visit website

Cure Coffee and Cocktails

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Cafe Blanc

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Parma Heights, Ohio

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+12169305050

Visit website

Java Central Café and Roaster

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Westerville, Ohio

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+16148390698

Visit website

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+16142025197

Visit website

Buckland Museum of Witchcraft & Magick

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Cleveland, Ohio

Hours: Closed

+17187096643

Visit website

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Columbus, Ohio

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+16144077721

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 34.7 and 154.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
34.7 mi into trip | ~38m in | I 670

Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 670 East: Airport
8
39 mi into trip | ~43m in | North Innerbelt

Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
6
39.2 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward I 71 North: Cleveland

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
7
39.6 mi into trip | ~44m 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
154.1 mi into trip | ~2h 49m 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

$26.38 one way

$52.77 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $29.28 $58.56
premium $4.91 $32.86 $65.71
diesel $5.61 $37.53 $75.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51 0 $17.85 $8.16
Efficient EV 42.5 0 $14.87 $6.80
EV Truck/SUV 68 0 $23.80 $10.88

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Harmony, OH

Morning in Harmony on Tuesday

Local time

6:39 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Parma, OH

Morning in Parma on Tuesday

Local time

6:39 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Mansfield, OH

85 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

22 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

3h 16m 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?

The character of this drive is best described as 'turn-heavy local.' With a highway share of 0%, you'll be actively engaged with the road for the entire 175.2 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't a significant factor here, as the profile suggests a continuous series of turns and changes in direction. This means you'll experience a dynamic driving experience, constantly adjusting your course as you make your way across Ohio. Prepare for a hands-on approach to navigation rather than a passive, straight-line cruise.

90% 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: 110.9 mi on I 71.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.7 miles in near I 670.

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 13 significant decision points across 170 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 34.7 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Harmony, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Royalton.

Cleveland

39 mi in | ~43m | via North Innerbelt

Royalton

154.1 mi in | ~2h 49m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 170 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.9 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 34.7 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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