Origin
Parma, OH
Morning in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to Rockford, 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
1h 49m
Distance
81.8 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
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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Rockford, OH
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Trip Overview
This 81.8-mile drive from Parma, OH to Rockford, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to be on the road for approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes, with a fuel cost estimated at $13. The route primarily utilizes State Route 21 and US 62, offering a direct path through the Midwest region of Ohio. Given its short duration, this trip is ideal for a day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule and no need to plan for overnight stays. It's a practical option 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.
Midpoint
40.9 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 21 | 28.7 mi | 35m |
| Willow Freeway | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| US 62 | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| US 250 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| State Route 39 | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| West High Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Rockside Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Snow Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 21
— 28.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Rockford, 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 right at fork onto US 250
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 250
11
Take the exit onto US 250 Business
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 250 Business
Toward SR 39 East: New Philadelphia
12
Turn left onto US 250 Business; SR 39
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West High Avenue
13
Turn left onto SR 39
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Beaver Avenue Northeast
14
Continue on SR 39
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 39
15
Arrive at destination
SR 39
Trip Plan
With a total travel time of under two hours, this is a drive where you have significant flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to make the most of your day, especially if you plan any activities at your destination. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan to fuel up before you leave Parma or en route if needed, as the longest stretch without a stated stop is 28.7 miles. The main roads, including State Route 21 and US 62, are generally well-maintained, but always stay aware of local traffic conditions. Your estimated fuel cost is around $13, so budget accordingly.
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 40.9 miles from Parma, OH, or about 52m 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 52m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockford, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 81.8 miles and 1h 49m.
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 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
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.9 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 71.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Snow Road
Turn right onto Snow Road
Navigation decision point
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.
5
71.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
US 250 Business
Take the exit onto US 250 Business toward SR 39 East: New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SR 39 East: New Philadelphia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.70 one way
$25.39 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $14.09 | $28.18 |
| premium | $4.91 | $15.81 | $31.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.59 | $3.93 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.24 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Rockford, OH
Morning in Rockford on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
4 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 49m 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 is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey taking place on higher-speed roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 28.7 miles on State Route 21, offering a consistent pace. The majority of your travel will be on Willow Freeway and US 62, indicating a blend of freeway conditions and main highway travel. While not a winding scenic route, this highway-centric profile means you can expect efficient progress and minimal slowdowns as you traverse the landscape.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 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?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 21 and Willow Freeway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Snow Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 81.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Snow Road): Navigation decision point; 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 81.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). 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 Rockford, 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: near the start (Snow Road): Navigation decision point; 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rockford, 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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