Parma, OH to New Bremen, OH is 194.1 miles and takes about 3h 49m via US 30 and I-71, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day excursion. Expect a mostly highway experience, so plan accordingly for potential traffic near larger towns. This is a practical route for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
97.1 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 30
48.7 mi
54m
I 71
43.1 mi
46m
Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
37.8 mi
40m
I 75
32 mi
34m
Ridge Road
14.8 mi
24m
SR 274
11 mi
17m
I 271
3.5 mi
4m
Snow Road
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 48.7 mi, about 54m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,819 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,364
Quietest
2 AM
~153 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.9×
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 New Bremen, 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
43 mi·46 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 176Toward US 30: Wooster, MansfieldUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·37 sec
Toward US 30 West: MansfieldUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 30
7.6 mi·9 min·US 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 30
38 mi·40 min·Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
6.3 mi·7 min·US 30
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 30
35 mi·37 min·US 30
13
Take the exit onto US 30 West to East Lincoln Highway
0.6 mi·1 min·US 30 West to East Lincoln Highway
Toward SR 696: Dayton, Toledo
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 696
0.4 mi·54 sec·East Lincoln Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Use the left lane.
16
Merge onto I 75
32 mi·34 min·I 75
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward SR 274: New Bremen, Jackson Center
18
Turn right onto SR 274
11 mi·17 min·SR 274
19
Arrive at destination
SR 274
Trip Plan
With a drive time of under 4 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Parma in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. The $36 fuel estimate suggests you won't need to worry too much about gas stops, but it's always wise to top off before leaving. Since the longest stretch without an exit is less than 50 miles, you can be flexible with when you take breaks. Keep an eye out for the transition from I-71 to US 30, as this is a key point in navigating the latter half of the route.
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 97.1 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.7 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 43 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.1 miles or 1h 56m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Bremen, 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 194.1 miles and 3h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 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 US 30 for about 48.7 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 0.6 and 150.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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.
8
62.3 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
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 176
Toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
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62.6 mi into trip|~1h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 30 West: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 30 West: Mansfield
7
149.9 mi into trip|~2h 54m in|SR 696 / East Lincoln Highway
At end of road, turn left onto SR 696 / East Lincoln Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
150.3 mi into trip|~2h 55m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.83 one way
$59.65 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg68 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$33.64
$67.28
premium
$4.99
$38.11
$76.22
diesel
$4.80
$36.65
$73.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.2
0
$20.38
$9.32
Efficient EV
48.5
0
$16.98
$7.76
EV Truck/SUV
77.6
0
$27.17
$12.42
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Patchy Smoke
NW 7 to 10 mph62% 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
New Bremen, OH
Late night
in New Bremen on Monday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy then Areas Of Smoke
NW 7 mph0% 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
1 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
3h 49m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 13.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 91% of the 194.1 miles on major roads like I-71 and US 30. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 48.7 miles on US 30 before needing to navigate more local roads closer to New Bremen. Given the high highway percentage, expect frequent exits and merging traffic, especially along I-71. The transition to surface streets will occur as you approach your destination.
91% 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: 48.7 mi on US 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 30 and I 71. 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 Effort10/10
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 194.1 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,249 ft845 ft
Total Climb
691 ft
Total Descent
608 ft
Highest Point
1,249 ft
~69.3 mi in
Elevation Range
404 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Parma, OH and New Bremen, OH, road signs point toward Mansfield, Toledo and Jackson Center.
Mansfield
62.3 mi in|~1h 16m
Toledo
149.3 mi in|~2h 53m|via US 30 West to East Lincoln Highway
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 49m. Total distance: 194.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.7 miles on US 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 29 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 New Bremen, 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 29 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 62.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at New Bremen, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
