New Madison, OH to Parma, OH is 234.4 miles and takes about 4h 31m via I 71 and I 70, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Midwest, entirely within Ohio, making it a straightforward trip between two points in the same region. With 89% of the drive on highways, expect a primarily efficient travel experience. Most travelers can complete this drive in a single day, so you have flexibility in your departure time.
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
117.2 miles from New Madison, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
110.9 mi
2h
I 70
85.5 mi
1h 33m
Ridge Road
14.9 mi
24m
Main Street South
6.7 mi
7m
I 670
4.3 mi
5m
SR 722
3.7 mi
6m
I 271
3.3 mi
3m
Duffield Street
2.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 110.9 mi, about 2h
Traffic on I-70
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 86 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,219 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,827
Quietest
2 AM
~350 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 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 New Madison, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on SR 726
0.3 mi·27 sec·East Washington Street
2
Turn right onto SR 726
2.5 mi·4 min·Duffield Street
3
Turn left onto SR 722
3.7 mi·6 min·SR 722
4
Turn right onto US 127
6.7 mi·7 min·Main Street South
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
6
Merge onto I 70
15 mi·16 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
21 mi·23 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
49 mi·53 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi·5 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 71
111 mi·2 hr·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 3Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North RoyaltonUse 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 4h 31m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning is ideal to allow for any unexpected delays. The longest stretch without a major change in highway is 110.9 miles on I 71, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. While the fuel cost is estimated at $40, it's always wise to check current prices. Since this is a single-day trip, you can be flexible with your departure and stop times, but be aware of potential traffic congestion as you get closer to Parma.
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 117.2 miles from New Madison, OH, or about 2h 14m 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 52 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.2 miles or 2h 14m 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 35m
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 New Madison, 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 New Madison, OH
This is one driving day of about 234.4 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from New Madison, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.2 and 218.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
13.2 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
7
99.1 mi into trip|~1h 53m 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
103.5 mi into trip|~1h 59m 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
7
104.1 mi into trip|~2h 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
218.6 mi into trip|~4h 4m 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
$36.79 one way
$73.59 round trip
$3.99/gal25.4 MPG avg82 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.58
$42.28
$84.55
premium
$5.12
$47.22
$94.44
diesel
$6.18
$56.99
$113.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.3
0
$24.61
$11.25
Efficient EV
58.6
0
$20.51
$9.38
EV Truck/SUV
93.8
1
$32.82
$15.00
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 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 Oct 16, 2026
Origin
New Madison, OH
Morning
in New Madison on Saturday
Local time
8:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Chance Rain Showers
NW 17 mph46% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Parma, OH
Morning
in Parma on Saturday
Local time
8:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 17 mph85% chanceLive forecast
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
8 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 31m 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.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 40.4
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 226.3
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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 48.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway cruising, with 89% of the 234.4 miles on major interstates like I 71 and I 70. You'll experience a longest stretch of 110.9 miles on I 71 before transitioning to Ridge Road. Expect a significant number of exits and potential merging traffic as you approach urban areas.
89% 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: 110.9 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 13.2 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 234.4 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: at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 99.1 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.5 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,232 ft736 ft
Total Climb
780 ft
Total Descent
1,024 ft
Highest Point
1,232 ft
~153.4 mi in
Elevation Range
496 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Madison, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Royalton.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 31m. Total distance: 234.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). 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.
Yes — we found about 31 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 31 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 99.1 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.5 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. 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 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
