Origin
Parma, OH
Afternoon in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to Barnesville, 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
2h 44m
Distance
121.8 mi
196 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
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6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parma, OH
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Barnesville, OH
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Parma, OH to Barnesville, OH is 121.8 miles and takes about 2h 44m via State Route 21 and US 250, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This all-Ohio drive keeps you within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward journey. Expect a highway-focused experience that's well-suited for a single day of travel. Given the relatively short duration, you'll likely find it easy to complete without needing an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a quick trip.
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
60.9 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 21 | 28.7 mi | 35m |
| US 250 | 21.2 mi | 24m |
| Willow Freeway | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| Johnson Avenue | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| US 62 | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| Hendrysburg Freeport Road | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Freeport Tippecanoe Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Barnesville Hendrysburg Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 21
— 28.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Barnesville, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
47 ft
·
5 sec
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West 54th Street
2
Turn right onto Snow Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Snow Road
3
Continue on Rockside Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Rockside Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 77 South: Akron
5
Merge onto I 77
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21
29 mi
·
35 min
·
State Route 21
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Turn straight onto US 62; SR 21
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
US 62; SR 21
8
Continue on US 250
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 250
9
Take the exit onto US 250
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 250
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
US 250
11
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
13
Continue on SR 800
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 800
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 800
495 ft
·
8 sec
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Center Street
15
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Jewett Avenue
16
Turn left onto SR 800
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Taylor Avenue
17
Turn slight right onto SR 800
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Johnson Avenue
18
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Davis Street
19
Continue on SR 800
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Freeport Tippecanoe Road
20
Continue on SR 800
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Cemetery Hill Road
21
Continue on SR 800
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Main Street
22
Turn left onto SR 800
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Philadelphia Street
23
Continue on SR 800
174 ft
·
2 sec
·
Philadelphia Street
24
Continue on SR 800
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Smyrna Road
25
Merge onto US 22; SR 800
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Cadiz-Piedmont Road
26
Continue on US 22; SR 800
500 ft
·
13 sec
·
Cadiz Road
27
Turn sharp left onto SR 800
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Freeport Road
28
Continue on SR 800
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
Hendrysburg Freeport Road
29
Continue on SR 800
360 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hendrysburg Freeport Road
30
Continue on SR 800
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Barnesville Hendrysburg Road
31
Continue on SR 800
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bond Avenue
32
Continue on SR 800
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Chestnut Street
33
Turn left
209 ft
·
15 sec
34
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 44m duration, departing Parma, OH in the morning allows ample time to reach Barnesville, OH before evening. Plan for one stop to break up the 121.8 miles; the longest uninterrupted stretch is 28.7 miles on State Route 21, so consider pausing around that point or slightly after. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, ensure your tank is adequately filled before leaving Parma, as fuel availability can vary. This is a manageable drive, so you have flexibility in your departure time.
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 60.9 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 27 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.9 miles or 1h 20m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barnesville, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parma, 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 Parma, OH
This is one driving day of about 121.8 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Parma, 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 State Route 21 for about 28.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.9 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 81.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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I 77 / Willow Freeway
Merge onto I 77 / Willow Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
23.1 mi into trip
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~30m in
|
SR 21 / State Route 21
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21 / State Route 21
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
64.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
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US 250
Take the exit onto US 250
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
81.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, N...
6
81.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.90 one way
$37.81 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $20.98 | $41.96 |
| premium | $4.91 | $23.54 | $47.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.89 | $53.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.6 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 | 36.5 | 0 | $12.79 | $5.85 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.66 | $4.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.05 | $7.80 |
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.
Destination
Barnesville, OH
Afternoon in Barnesville on Tuesday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Dover, 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
22 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 44m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily into highway driving, with 65% of the journey on faster roads like Willow Freeway, State Route 21, and US 250. You'll encounter one notable stretch of 28.7 miles solely on State Route 21, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. The highway-focused profile suggests a generally efficient drive, minimizing time spent navigating slower local roads. While not explicitly described as scenic, the consistent road types should offer a predictable driving experience.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.7 mi on State Route 21.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 21 and US 250. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near I 77 / Willow Freeway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 121.8 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 4 miles (I 77 / Willow Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Parma, OH to Barnesville, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
81.1 mi in
|
~1h 43m
|
via US 250; SR 800
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 121.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.7 miles on State Route 21. 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 Barnesville, 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 4 miles (I 77 / Willow Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Barnesville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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