Parma, OH to McArthur, OH is 202.5 miles and takes about 4h 4m via I 71, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to the same region. It's a straightforward trip primarily on one major interstate, making it a practical choice for a single-day excursion. You'll find the route offers a consistent driving experience without many complex navigational shifts.
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
101.2 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
112.1 mi
2h 1m
Falls Street
22.7 mi
33m
Ridge Road
14.8 mi
24m
Lancaster Bypass
13.8 mi
14m
Southeast Expressway
8.8 mi
11m
Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
7.6 mi
9m
Old Logan Road
7.3 mi
8m
Logan-Lancaster Road
3.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 112.1 mi, about 2h 1m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 84 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,959 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,601
Quietest
2 AM
~181 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.8×
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 Parma, OH and McArthur, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
47 ft·8 sec·West 54th Street
2
Turn left onto Snow Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Snow Road
3
Turn left onto SR 3
15 mi·24 min·Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 271 South: Wadsworth
5
Merge onto I 271
3.5 mi·4 min·I 271
6
Merge onto I 71
112 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 107Toward I 70 East: WheelingUse the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 70
3.0 mi·4 min·East Freeway
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 105AToward US 33 East: LancasterUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on US 33
0.3 mi·29 sec·College Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 33
8.8 mi·11 min·Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 33
7.6 mi·9 min·Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 33
14 mi·14 min·Lancaster Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 33
3.5 mi·4 min·Logan-Lancaster Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Continue on US 33
2.6 mi·3 min·Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 33
7.3 mi·8 min·Old Logan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 172Toward SR 93: Logan, McArthur
18
Turn left onto SR 93
0.1 mi·10 sec·South Mulberry Street
19
Continue on SR 93
23 mi·33 min·Falls Street
20
Turn left onto US 50
190 ft·5 sec·East Main Street
21
Turn right
56 ft·4 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 4m estimated drive time, leaving Parma, OH in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can choose to break up the 202.5 miles as needed, perhaps around the halfway point. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 112 miles on I 71, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $30 is based on average prices, so check current rates before you go.
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 101.2 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.1 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 45 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.2 miles or 1h 59m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McArthur, 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 202.5 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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 71 for about 112.1 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 179.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 3 / Ridge Road
Turn left onto SR 3 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
131.3 mi into trip|~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 107
Toward I 70 East: Wheeling
7
135.1 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 33 East: Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 105A
Toward US 33 East: Lancaster
6
135.7 mi into trip|~2h 38m in|US 33 / Southeast Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 33 / Southeast Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
179.3 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward SR 93: Logan, McArthur
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 172
Toward SR 93: Logan, McArthur
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.12 one way
$62.23 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$35.09
$70.19
premium
$4.99
$39.76
$79.52
diesel
$4.80
$38.24
$76.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.8
0
$21.26
$9.72
Efficient EV
50.6
0
$17.72
$8.10
EV Truck/SUV
81
1
$28.35
$12.96
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Parma, OH
Late night
in Parma on Monday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Smoke
N 7 to 10 mph42% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
McArthur, OH
Late night
in McArthur on Monday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 5 mph72% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:55PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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 4m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is mostly highway, with 63% of the 202.5 miles on interstate. You'll experience a long stretch of 112.1 miles on I 71. After that, you'll transition to surface roads like Falls Street and Ridge Road. Expect a steady flow of traffic and frequent exits along the highway portion, transitioning to a more local feel on the latter part of the route.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.1 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Falls Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near SR 3 / Ridge Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 202.5 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 131.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 135.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 4m. Total distance: 202.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 112.1 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 22 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 McArthur, 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 22 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 131.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 135.1 miles: 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at McArthur, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
