If you are planning a trip from Parma to Scott, expect a journey covering 184.7 miles that typically takes 3 hours and 36 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Midwest, traversing the state of Ohio from the suburban outskirts of Cleveland toward the western edge of the state. Because the total duration is under four hours, this is a very manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $28 for fuel to complete the transit. Given that this is a turn-heavy local drive, you will spend your time navigating off the major interstates rather than cruising on long highway stretches.
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
92.3 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
91.6 mi
1h 38m
Anthony Wayne Trail
56.8 mi
1h 3m
Outerbelt South Freeway
13.4 mi
16m
East Perry Street
10.4 mi
14m
US 127
5.8 mi
8m
Conant Street
1.2 mi
2m
I 480
1.2 mi
2m
West 54th Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 91.6 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Scott, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
1.0 mi·2 min·West 54th Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi·1 min·Brookpark Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto CR 10
0.3 mi·1 min·Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 480 West: ToledoUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 480
13 mi·16 min·Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
1.2 mi·2 min·I 480
Toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
7
Merge onto I 80
92 mi·1 hr 38 min·Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 59Toward US 20: Maumee, Toledo
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·24 sec
10
Turn straight onto US 20
0.5 mi·44 sec·Reynolds Road
11
Continue on US 20
1.2 mi·2 min·Conant Street
12
Turn right onto US 24
57 mi·1 hr 3 min·Anthony Wayne Trail
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 13Toward US 127: Sherwood, Paulding
14
Turn left onto US 127
5.8 mi·8 min·US 127
15
Turn left onto US 127
10 mi·14 min·East Perry Street
16
Turn right onto CR 12
0.6 mi·1 min·Blaine Street
17
Arrive at destination
CR 12
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 3-hour and 36-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the drive, which will help keep you alert while navigating the many turns on this local route. Because you are relying on local roads rather than interstates, keep a close eye on your GPS to ensure you stay on the correct path through the various intersections. Having $28 set aside for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. By avoiding the rush hour traffic common to the start of your journey in Parma, you can ensure a smoother and more predictable arrival in Scott.
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 92.3 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.6 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 41 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.3 miles or 1h 45m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scott, 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 184.7 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 91.6 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 1 and 108.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1 mi into trip|~2m in|SR 17 / Brookpark Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|CR 10 / Ridge Road
Turn right onto CR 10 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in
Turn left toward I 480 West: Toledo
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
6
15.5 mi into trip|~22m in|I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
6
108.3 mi into trip|~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 20: Maumee, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 59
Toward US 20: Maumee, Toledo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.66 one way
$57.33 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$31.81
$63.63
premium
$4.91
$35.70
$71.39
diesel
$5.61
$40.78
$81.56
Estimated Tolls: $4.58
Ohio Turnpike
(91.6 mi)$4.58
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
$29
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.4
0
$19.39
$8.87
Efficient EV
46.2
0
$16.16
$7.39
EV Truck/SUV
73.9
0
$25.86
$11.82
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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 Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Parma, OH
Morning
in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Scott, OH
Morning
in Scott on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 36m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a drive that demands your full attention, as this route is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than a simple interstate grind. You will begin by navigating local arteries like Brookpark Road and Ridge Road before transitioning onto I-480 West. Interestingly, this trip features a 0% highway share, meaning you will be spending the vast majority of your time on local roads rather than high-speed expressways. This makes the experience feel more like a localized navigation exercise than a standard highway commute. Expect the road character to remain consistent in its technical requirements as you wind your way toward Scott.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 91.6 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Anthony Wayne Trail. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near SR 17 / Brookpark Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 184.7 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 1 miles (SR 17 / Brookpark Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (CR 10 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: 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 Scott, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo and Paulding.
Ohio Turnpike
15.5 mi in|~22m|via I 480
Toledo
15.5 mi in|~22m|via I 480
Paulding
167.6 mi in|~3h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 184.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 91.6 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.58 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Scott, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (SR 17 / Brookpark Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (CR 10 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Scott, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
