Origin
Macedonia, OH
Morning in Macedonia on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Macedonia, 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
27m
Distance
20.3 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Macedonia, OH
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Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
Macedonia to Parma is 20.3 miles and takes about 27m via Outerbelt South Freeway and I 271, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within Ohio, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a swift journey primarily on well-maintained freeways, making it an ideal option for a quick trip or a segment of a larger road adventure. Given its short distance and duration, it's perfectly suited for a same-day excursion, allowing you ample time to reach your destination and explore.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 10.6 mi | 13m |
| I 271 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| West 54th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Brookpark Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Aurora Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Freeway Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Valley View Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Outerbelt South Freeway
— 10.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macedonia, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Valley View Road
97 ft
·
4 sec
·
Valley View Road
2
Turn left onto SR 82
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Aurora Road
3
Turn right onto Freeway Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Freeway Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 271 North: Erie
5
Merge onto I 271
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
I 271
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 480
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 16
Toward SR 94: State Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto SR 94
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
State Road
11
Turn right onto SR 17
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookpark Road
12
Turn left onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 18.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Freeway Drive
Turn right onto Freeway Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 271 North: Erie
Navigation decision point
Toward I 271 North: Erie
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
18.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward SR 94: State Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16
Toward SR 94: State Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.15 one way
$6.30 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $3.50 | $6.99 |
| premium | $4.91 | $3.92 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Morning in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 3 to 14 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
6 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
27m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 81% of it utilizing major freeways like the Outerbelt South Freeway and I 271. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.6 miles on the Outerbelt South Freeway, offering a consistent pace. The character is largely that of efficient travel, designed for moving between points with minimal interruption. While it's a highway-centric journey, the transition onto West 54th Street will introduce a change in scenery as you approach your destination.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on Outerbelt South Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Outerbelt South Freeway and I 271. 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 Freeway Drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 20.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 27m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Freeway Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Macedonia, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Cleveland
6.3 mi in
|
~8m
|
via I 480
About the Cities
Starting in Macedonia, OH
Full guide →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 27m. Total distance: 20.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.6 miles on Outerbelt South Freeway. 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 0.1 miles (Freeway Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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