Origin
Shadyside, OH
Morning in Shadyside on Tuesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
135.4 mi
218 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shadyside, OH
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Parma, OH
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This 137.8-mile journey from Shadyside, OH to Parma, OH is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes to complete. You'll navigate through familiar Midwest landscapes, with an estimated fuel cost of $21 for the drive. Given the relatively short duration, this route is perfect for a single day of travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. The drive involves a significant amount of local road travel, so be prepared for a more turn-heavy experience rather than a straight highway cruise. It's a straightforward drive that gets you from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
67.7 miles from Shadyside, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 21 | 57.6 mi | 1h 14m |
| Cadiz-Dennison Road | 21.4 mi | 30m |
| Water Street | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Cadiz-Harrisville Road | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Central Avenue | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Pleasant Grove Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Colerain Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| South Wooster Avenue | 3.2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Shadyside, OH and Parma, OH.
Start on SR 7 Scenic
Continue on SR 7 Scenic
Take the ramp onto SR 7 Scenic
Take the exit onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt
Turn right onto SR 767
Turn left onto US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Turn slight left onto Deersville Avenue
Turn right onto US 250
Continue on US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250
Turn left onto US 250
Continue on SR 21
Take the exit
Turn left onto Rockside Road
Continue on Snow Road
Turn left onto West 54th Street
Arrive at destination
For this 2-hour and 44-minute drive, starting earlier in the day will give you the most flexibility to enjoy the local roads. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $21, you won't need to worry about extensive refueling or lengthy breaks. The 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile means staying alert and paying close attention to navigation is key to keeping on track. A good tip is to ensure your GPS is fully charged or you have a reliable map, as the frequent turns on local roads can be easy to miss if you're not paying attention.
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.
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 30 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.7 miles or 1h 32m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Shadyside, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Shadyside, OH
This is one driving day of about 135.4 miles and 3h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 67.7 miles from Shadyside, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 135.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto SR 767; SR 7 Alt toward I 70, US 40, US 250: Wheeling, Bridgeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto West 54th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$21.01 one way
$42.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $23.32 | $46.64 |
| premium | $4.91 | $26.17 | $52.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.89 | $59.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.22 | $6.50 |
| Efficient EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.85 | $5.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.2 | 0 | $18.96 | $8.67 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Shadyside on Tuesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
67°F
West Chester, OH
68 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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.
Expect a drive characterized by frequent turns and local road navigation, as indicated by its 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile and 0% highway share. This means you'll likely be on Central Avenue and North Lincoln Avenue for a substantial portion of your trip, rather than high-speed interstates. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, you'll be actively engaged with the road and your surroundings. The nature of this drive suggests a more intimate connection with the towns and communities you pass through, offering a different experience than a typical interstate haul.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near SR 767; SR 7 Alt.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 2m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles (SR 767; SR 7 Alt): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.8 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Shadyside, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Bridgeport, New Philadelphia and Massillon.
Bridgeport
New Philadelphia
Massillon
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 135.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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