Mulberry, OH to Parma, OH is 224.2 miles and takes about 4h 32m via I 71 and Ridge Road, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. With 92% of the drive on highways, expect a fairly direct path. Given the relatively short duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
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
112.1 miles from Mulberry, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 21m 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
6.1 mi
10m
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
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 134 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,908 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,528
Quietest
2 AM
~192 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mulberry, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on this road
56 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn left
64 ft·5 sec
3
Turn right onto SR 28 Business
0.3 mi·41 sec·Business 28
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Turn left onto SR 28
6.1 mi·10 min·State Route 28
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto SR 132
6.7 mi·11 min·SR 132
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 123
3.0 mi·5 min·SR 123
7
Turn right onto US 22; SR 3
10.0 mi·14 min·US 22; SR 3
8
Turn left onto SR 380
3.5 mi·6 min·SR 380
9
Turn left onto SR 73
0.2 mi·20 sec·State Route 73
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
11
Merge onto I 71
61 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Merge onto I 70; I 71
1.3 mi·1 min·South Innerbelt
14
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.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
112 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
3.3 mi·3 min·I 271
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 3Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North RoyaltonUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto SR 94
15 mi·24 min·Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Snow Road
20
Turn right onto West 54th Street
47 ft·1 sec·West 54th Street
21
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
To maximize daylight and minimize traffic, aim to depart from Mulberry, OH in the early morning. The 4h 32m duration means you can comfortably complete this trip in one day. The longest stretch is 173.7 miles on I 71, so plan for a fuel stop before you begin this segment if your tank is low. With a fuel cost estimate of $33, it's wise to check current gas prices as you near your departure. Given the relatively short distance, you have flexibility with stops, but consider a brief break around the halfway point to stay refreshed for the final leg.
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 112.1 miles from Mulberry, OH, or about 2h 21m 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 49 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.1 miles or 2h 21m 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 38m
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 Mulberry, 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 Mulberry, OH
This is one driving day of about 224.2 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Mulberry, 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 208.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 28 Business / Business 28
Turn right onto SR 28 Business / Business 28
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
29.8 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 North: Columbus
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
7
90.6 mi into trip|~1h 56m 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...
8
92.3 mi into trip|~1h 59m 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
8
208.3 mi into trip|~4h 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
$34.45 one way
$68.90 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$38.86
$77.71
premium
$4.99
$44.02
$88.04
diesel
$4.80
$42.33
$84.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.3
0
$23.54
$10.76
Efficient EV
56.1
0
$19.62
$8.97
EV Truck/SUV
89.7
1
$31.39
$14.35
Gas CO2
78 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Mulberry, OH
Morning
in Mulberry on Monday
Local time
7:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 12 mph56% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:45PM EDT until July 18 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Destination
Parma, OH
Morning
in Parma on Monday
Local time
7:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 18 mph100% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:45PM EDT until July 18 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 32m 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 216.5
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 38.7
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
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 30.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 92% of the 224.2 miles on interstates like I 71. You'll experience a long stretch of 173.7 miles on I 71, indicating a solid block of consistent highway cruising. Surface roads, like Ridge Road and US 22, make up the remaining 8% of the trip, likely appearing as you approach your destination in Parma. Be prepared for the high volume of exits and merges typical of a heavily trafficked interstate.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 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 early in the drive near SR 28 Business / Business 28.
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 19 significant decision points across 224.2 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 (SR 28 Business / Business 28): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 90.6 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,297 ft834 ft
Total Climb
788 ft
Total Descent
771 ft
Highest Point
1,297 ft
~160.1 mi in
Elevation Range
463 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mulberry, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Royalton.
Milford is a small city and Miami Township is a large township often referred to as Milford, despite being an independent township, both communities are located in Southwest Ohio's Clermont County.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 32m. Total distance: 224.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). 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: near the start (SR 28 Business / Business 28): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 90.6 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 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
