Origin
Parma, OH
Morning in Parma on Sunday
Local time
10:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to Bristol, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
143.8 mi
231 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m
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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Bristol, OH
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Trip Overview
Parma, OH to Bristol, OH is 143.8 miles and takes about 2h 57m via I 77 and State Route 21, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward trip between two points in Ohio. It's a highway-focused journey, making it a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B. With a driving time under three hours, it's well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.
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
71.9 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 55.9 mi | 59m |
| State Route 21 | 28.7 mi | 35m |
| Willow Freeway | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| McConnelsville Road | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| US 62 | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| US 250 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Rockside Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Snow Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 55.9 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Bristol, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
47 ft
·
5 sec
·
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 left at fork onto I 77
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 25
Toward SR 78: Caldwell, Woodsfield
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 78
16 mi
·
24 min
·
McConnelsville Road
13
Arrive at destination
SR 78
Trip Plan
Given the drive's duration of under three hours, you have the flexibility to depart at any time that suits your schedule. Aiming to leave Parma in the late morning could position you to arrive in Bristol in the early afternoon, leaving your evening open. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $22, this trip requires minimal logistical planning. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the end of the longest stretch on I 77, as services can sometimes be spread out on interstate highways.
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 71.9 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 32 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.9 miles or 1h 33m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, 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 143.8 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 I 77 for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.9 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 127.1 — 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
|
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
|
~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
|
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.
6
71.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
127.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward SR 78: Caldwell, Woodsfield
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 25
Toward SR 78: Caldwell, Woodsfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.32 one way
$44.63 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $24.77 | $49.54 |
| premium | $4.91 | $27.79 | $55.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.75 | $63.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.10 | $6.90 |
| Efficient EV | 36 | 0 | $12.58 | $5.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.5 | 0 | $20.13 | $9.20 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Bristol, OH
Morning in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
10:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Dover, OH
72 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
9 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
2h 57m 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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 14.9
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 86% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 77 and Willow Freeway. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one segment of 55.9 miles solely on I 77. While it's a highway-focused profile, the inclusion of State Route 21 suggests a potential shift in scenery or road type as you progress. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads, with the majority of your time spent on well-maintained expressways.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and State Route 21. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near I 77 / Willow Freeway.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 143.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 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 Bristol, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Woodsfield along the way.
Woodsfield
127.1 mi in
|
~2h 32m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 143.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on I 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 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 — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bristol, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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