Spanning 122.1 miles across the Ohio Midwest, this route from North Baltimore to Parma is a straightforward journey typically taking 2 hours and 31 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick getaway or a necessary commute. You should plan for a fuel budget of approximately $18 to cover the distance. Since the route stays entirely within the state of Ohio, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over sightseeing, allowing you to reach your destination 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
61.1 miles from North Baltimore, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
59.3 mi
1h 3m
US 6
23.9 mi
33m
I 480
15 mi
19m
I 75
11.2 mi
12m
Bypass Highway
4.1 mi
5m
SR 53
3 mi
4m
Eagleville Road
1.1 mi
2m
West 54th Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 59.3 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Baltimore, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on East Broadway Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Broadway Street
2
Continue on Eagleville Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Eagleville Road
3
Turn left onto CR 603
0.2 mi·38 sec·Grant Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
5
Merge onto I 75
11 mi·12 min·I 75
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward US 6: Napoleon, Fremont
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
8
Merge onto US 6
24 mi·33 min·US 6
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto US 6; SR 53
0.8 mi·1 min·Bypass Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 6; SR 53
103 ft·6 sec·Bypass Highway
11
Continue on US 6; SR 53
3.2 mi·4 min·Bypass Highway
12
Take the exit onto SR 53
3.0 mi·4 min·SR 53
Exit 101Toward SR 53 North: Port Clinton, Lake Erie Island
13
Enter roundabout
244 ft·3 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
14
Continue
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
15
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·18 sec·this road
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
17
Merge onto I 80; I 90
50 mi·53 min·Ohio Turnpike
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi·9 min·Ohio Turnpike
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
15 mi·19 min·I 480
Exit 151Toward I 480 East: ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 15Toward Ridge RoadUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto CR 10
0.2 mi·44 sec·Ridge Road
22
Turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi·1 min·Brookpark Road
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi·2 min·West 54th Street
24
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 31-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, but aiming for a mid-morning departure can help you avoid peak traffic congestion. One planned stop is sufficient to keep you refreshed for the full 122.1-mile journey. Since the majority of your time is spent on high-speed highways, keep a close watch on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Ohio Turnpike to avoid having to exit prematurely. Make sure to account for potential tolls on the Turnpike when calculating your total travel expenses beyond the $18 fuel estimate. This route’s simplicity is its greatest strength, so take advantage of the predictable road conditions to enjoy a smooth, stress-free drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.1 miles from North Baltimore, OH, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.3 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 27 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.1 miles or 1h 19m 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 1m
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 North Baltimore, 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 North Baltimore, OH
This is one driving day of about 122.1 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from North Baltimore, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 59.3 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 41.9 and 120.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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41.9 mi into trip|~56m in|SR 53
Take the exit onto SR 53 toward SR 53 North: Port Clinton, Lake Erie Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 101
Toward SR 53 North: Port Clinton, Lake Erie Isl...
6
44.9 mi into trip|~1h in
Enter roundabout toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80, I 90: Ohio Turnpike
8
105.1 mi into trip|~2h 6m in|I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
7
120.1 mi into trip|~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward Ridge Road
6
120.6 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Turn left onto SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.95 one way
$37.90 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$21.03
$42.06
premium
$4.91
$23.60
$47.20
diesel
$5.61
$26.96
$53.92
Estimated Tolls: $2.96
Ohio Turnpike
(59.3 mi)$2.96
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.6
0
$12.82
$5.86
Efficient EV
30.5
0
$10.68
$4.88
EV Truck/SUV
48.8
0
$17.09
$7.81
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
North Baltimore, OH
Morning
in North Baltimore on Tuesday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Parma, OH
Morning
in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Bellevue, OH
61 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
1 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
2h 31m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience on this highway-focused drive, where 92% of your travel takes place on major thoroughfares. Your route relies on a combination of the Ohio Turnpike, US 6, and I-480 to move you quickly toward Parma. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Ohio Turnpike, which features your longest uninterrupted stretch of 59.3 miles. Because of this heavy reliance on interstates, the road maintains a fast, consistent pace that is perfect for those looking to minimize time behind the wheel. The transition between these roads is designed for steady progress, ensuring you stay in the flow of traffic for the duration of your trip.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.3 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and US 6. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 41.9 miles in near SR 53.
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 19 significant decision points across 122.1 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 41.9 miles (SR 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.1 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
862 ft633 ft
Total Climb
348 ft
Total Descent
189 ft
Highest Point
862 ft
~122.1 mi in
Elevation Range
230 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Baltimore, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Fremont and Lake Erie Island.
Fremont
13.3 mi in|~17m
Lake Erie Island
41.9 mi in|~56m|via SR 53
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 122.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m 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 59.3 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.96 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 41.9 miles (SR 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.1 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Parma, OH before heading back.
