Parma to New Middletown is 80.5 miles and takes about 1h 40m via Ohio Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, taking you from the Midwest region to another part of the same region. It's a straightforward trip, predominantly on the turnpike, making it a solid choice for a quick transit day. You'll find it's a practical way to cover the distance without much complication.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.2 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
59.3 mi
1h 3m
Willow Freeway
7.8 mi
9m
Youngstown Pittsburgh Road
2.5 mi
4m
Rockside Road
2.1 mi
3m
Snow Road
1.7 mi
3m
East Calla Road
1.5 mi
2m
East Western Reserve Road
1.5 mi
3m
North Lima Road
1.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 59.3 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and New Middletown, 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
7.8 mi·9 min·Willow Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 146Toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 80: Ohio TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on this road
397 ft·9 sec·this road
9
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·13 sec·this road
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 80 East: YoungstownUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 80
59 mi·1 hr 3 min·Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Exit 232Toward SR 7: YoungstownUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward SR 7 North: Youngstown, Fairgrounds
14
Turn straight onto SR 7
0.3 mi·34 sec·Market Street
15
Turn right onto CR 30
1.5 mi·2 min·East Calla Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto SR 164
465 ft·9 sec·South Avenue
17
Turn straight onto CR 163
1.5 mi·3 min·North Lima Road
18
Enter roundabout onto CR 32
96 ft·2 sec·East Western Reserve Road
19
Continue on CR 32
1.5 mi·3 min·East Western Reserve Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto SR 170
2.5 mi·4 min·Youngstown Pittsburgh Road
21
Arrive at destination
SR 170
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 40m drive time, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion if you depart closer to urban centers. With only 80.5 miles, you have flexibility; however, planning to fuel up before you leave Parma is wise, as the $12 estimated fuel cost is based on current prices and a full tank is always recommended. Keep an eye on your navigation as you approach New Middletown, as the shift from highway to local roads will require your attention.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.2 miles from Parma, OH, or about 50m 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Middletown, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Parma, OH
This is one driving day of about 80.5 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Parma, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 11.8 and 73 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
11.8 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 146
Toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo
7
12.7 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
8
13.1 mi into trip|~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 East: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
7
72.7 mi into trip|~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward SR 7: Youngstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 232
Toward SR 7: Youngstown
7
73 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 7 North: Youngstown, Fairgrounds
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 7 North: Youngstown, Fairgrounds
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.49 one way
$24.99 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$13.87
$27.73
premium
$4.91
$15.56
$31.12
diesel
$5.61
$17.77
$35.55
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
$12
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.2
0
$8.45
$3.86
Efficient EV
20.1
0
$7.04
$3.22
EV Truck/SUV
32.2
0
$11.27
$5.15
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 19, 2026
Origin
Parma, OH
Morning
in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New Middletown, OH
Morning
in New Middletown on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 83% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 59.3 miles on the Ohio Turnpike. Expect a substantial amount of highway driving before transitioning to surface roads for the final segment into New Middletown. The high percentage of highway suggests a consistent pace for most of the trip.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 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?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Willow Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Parma, OH and New Middletown, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo and Fairgrounds.
Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown
11.8 mi in|~17m
Toledo
11.8 mi in|~17m
Fairgrounds
73 mi in|~1h 25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 80.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). 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.
Yes — we found about 11 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 Middletown, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Middletown, OH before heading back.
