Ripley, OH to Parma, OH is 234.4 miles and takes about 5h 2m via I 71 and US 62, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Ohio, taking you from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. The route is predominantly highway driving, making it a straightforward option for a single-day excursion. You'll want to be prepared for a significant amount of time on I-71, so ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained highway speeds.
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
117.2 miles from Ripley, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
113.2 mi
2h 3m
US 62
88.6 mi
2h 11m
Ridge Road
14.9 mi
24m
South Freeway
11.4 mi
13m
I 271
3.3 mi
3m
South Innerbelt
1.3 mi
1m
Snow Road
0.6 mi
1m
South 2nd Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 113.2 mi, about 2h 3m
Traffic on I-71
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 114 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,019 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,707
Quietest
2 AM
~197 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 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 Ripley, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Main Street
98 ft·11 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 52
0.3 mi·40 sec·South 2nd Street
3
Turn left onto US 62; US 68
5.5 mi·7 min·US 62; US 68
Toward RusselvilleUse the left lane.
4
Turn right onto US 62
83 mi·2 hr 3 min·US 62
Toward US 62 East: Red OakUse the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 71 North: ColumbusUse the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 71
11 mi·13 min·South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 71
0.4 mi·45 sec·I 71
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, WheelingUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 70; I 71
1.3 mi·1 min·South Innerbelt
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
1.0 mi·1 min·I 71
Exit 101AToward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
112 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
3.3 mi·3 min·I 271
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 3Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North RoyaltonUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto SR 94
15 mi·24 min·Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Snow Road
15
Turn right onto West 54th Street
47 ft·1 sec·West 54th Street
16
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, leaving Ripley, OH in the morning should allow you to reach Parma, OH with plenty of daylight to spare. Plan for one stop along the way, perhaps midway through your longest stretch on I-71, to refuel and stretch your legs. The estimated fuel cost of $36 is helpful for budgeting, so keep that in mind as you depart. Since this is a single-day drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on traffic or personal preference.
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 117.2 miles from Ripley, OH, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.2 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 52 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.2 miles or 2h 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 4h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ripley, 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 Ripley, OH
This is one driving day of about 234.4 miles and 5h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Ripley, 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 113.2 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 218.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.8 mi into trip|~8m in|US 62
Turn right onto US 62 toward US 62 East: Red Oak
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 62 East: Red Oak
7
89 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 North: Columbus
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71 North: Columbus
7
100.8 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71 North, I 70 East: Cleveland, Wheeli...
8
102.5 mi into trip|~2h 29m in|I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 101A
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
218.6 mi into trip|~4h 35m in
Take the exit toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
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 3
Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.33 one way
$76.65 round trip
$4.15/gal25.4 MPG avg82 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.66
$42.99
$85.99
premium
$5.23
$48.27
$96.55
diesel
$6.28
$57.92
$115.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.3
0
$24.61
$11.25
Efficient EV
58.6
0
$20.51
$9.38
EV Truck/SUV
93.8
1
$32.82
$15.00
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Ripley, OH
Morning
in Ripley on Thursday
Local time
7:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
E 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Parma, OH
Morning
in Parma on Thursday
Local time
7:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Sunny
SW 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
5 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
5h 2m 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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 226.3
Nearly 2000 years ago, Native Americans built dozens of monumental mounds and earthen enclosures in southern Ohio. These earthwork complexes were ceremonial landscapes used for feasts, funerals, ritua...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 56.6
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 64.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of the drive on major roads like I-71. You'll experience a long stretch of 113.2 miles on I-71 before transitioning to US 62 and Ridge Road. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, with the density of exits likely increasing as you approach your destination. The majority of the miles are on high-speed freeways.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.2 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 62. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near US 62.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 234.4 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 5.8 miles (US 62): Lane positioning matters here; at 89 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 100.8 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,239 ft505 ft
Total Climb
1,144 ft
Total Descent
787 ft
Highest Point
1,239 ft
~156.4 mi in
Elevation Range
734 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ripley, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Wheeling and Royalton.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 2m. Total distance: 234.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 2m 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 113.2 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 18 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 Parma, 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 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (US 62): Lane positioning matters here; at 89 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 100.8 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hopewell Culture National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Parma, OH before the return drive.
