Marietta, OH to Parma, OH is 154.5 miles and takes about 3h 6m via I 77, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, traveling entirely within Ohio. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a solid choice for a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so expect a direct and efficient transit between these two Ohio locations. Consider this route if you're looking for minimal fuss and a quick connection.
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
77.3 miles from Marietta, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
87 mi
1h 33m
SR 21
57.6 mi
1h 14m
South Wooster Avenue
3.2 mi
3m
Rockside Road
2.2 mi
4m
Snow Road
1.7 mi
3m
Pike Street
1.1 mi
2m
4th Street
0.3 mi
1m
US 250
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 87 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marietta, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Putnam Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·Putnam Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
0.3 mi·1 min·4th Street
3
Turn left onto SR 7; SR 60
0.3 mi·36 sec·Greene Street
4
Continue on SR 7
1.1 mi·2 min·Pike Street
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
6
Merge onto I 77
87 mi·1 hr 33 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 250
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 250
Exit 87Toward US 250: Strasburg, MassillonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 250
3.2 mi·3 min·South Wooster Avenue
9
Continue on SR 21
58 mi·1 hr 14 min·SR 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 155Toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, IndependenceUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto Rockside Road
2.2 mi·4 min·Rockside Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on Snow Road
1.7 mi·3 min·Snow Road
13
Turn left onto West 54th Street
47 ft·1 sec·West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 3 hours, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Marietta in the morning should allow ample time to reach Parma well before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $24, this trip is budget-friendly. The longest stretch on I 77 is substantial, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving. For a practical tip, keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 87-mile mark on I 77, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates.
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 77.3 miles from Marietta, OH, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.3 miles or 1h 26m 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 27m
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 Marietta, 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 Marietta, OH
This is one driving day of about 154.5 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Marietta, 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 77 for about 87 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 154.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.2 mi into trip|~5m in|I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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89.2 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|US 250
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
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150.3 mi into trip|~2h 57m in
Take the exit toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
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 155
Toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
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150.6 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|Rockside Road
Turn left onto Rockside Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
154.5 mi into trip|~3h 6m in|West 54th Street
Turn left onto West 54th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.98 one way
$47.96 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$26.61
$53.22
premium
$4.91
$29.86
$59.72
diesel
$5.61
$34.11
$68.22
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.4
0
$16.22
$7.42
Efficient EV
38.6
0
$13.52
$6.18
EV Truck/SUV
61.8
0
$21.63
$9.89
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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 20, 2026
Origin
Marietta, OH
Late night
in Marietta on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Parma, OH
Late night
in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Dover, OH
77 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
2 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 6m 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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 138.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a predominantly interstate feel, particularly during the longest stretch of 87 miles on I 77. While primarily high-speed, the inclusion of SR 21 and South Wooster Avenue offers a brief transition away from pure interstate driving. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of your journey, with the road primarily serving as a conduit between your starting and ending points.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 87 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 21. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near I 77.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 154.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.2 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.3 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.
On the drive from Marietta, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Massillon along the way.
Marietta is a city of 13,000 people (2019) in Southeast Ohio. It is at the confluence of the Muskingum River and Ohio River. Founded in 1788 it is the oldest city in Ohio. From the beginning it was one of Ohio's more important Ohio River ports. It is adjacent to part of the Wayne National Forest.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 154.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 87 miles on I 77. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.2 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.3 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
