Origin
Shiloh, OH
Late night in Shiloh on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shiloh, OH to Parma, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 54m
Distance
202.9 mi
327 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
★
6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 1m
3 PM
4h 5m
5 PM
4h 19m
8 PM
3h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shiloh, OH
Ron Lach
Parma, OH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 202.9-mile drive from Shiloh, OH to Parma, OH will take you approximately 3 hours and 54 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-71 and I-70, this route is a solid option for a single-day trip, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $31. The journey is almost entirely highway, making it efficient for covering ground. Since both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, you'll be traversing familiar terrain. This makes it a practical choice if you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated trip between these two Ohio locations.
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
101.4 miles from Shiloh, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 110.9 mi | 2h |
| I 70 | 61.3 mi | 1h 6m |
| Ridge Road | 14.9 mi | 24m |
| I 670 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| I 271 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| I 75 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Needmore Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Shoup Mill Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 110.9 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiloh, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Markey Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Markey Road
2
Turn left onto SR 48
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto Shoup Mill Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Shoup Mill Road
4
Continue on Needmore Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Needmore Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 75 North: Toledo
6
Merge onto I 75
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 61
Toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 70
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 670
Toward I 670 East: Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 71
111 mi
·
2 hr
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 271
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 271
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 3
Toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto SR 94
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Snow Road
20
Turn right onto West 54th Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 54th Street
21
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour 54-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. Aiming for an early morning departure from Shiloh can help you avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you approach the Cleveland area. With only one suggested stop and a highway-centric profile, you can plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a change in major highway is over 110 miles on I-71, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment.
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 101.4 miles from Shiloh, OH, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.9 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 45 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.4 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
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 Shiloh, 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 Shiloh, OH
This is one driving day of about 202.9 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Shiloh, 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 110.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.4 miles from Shiloh, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.9 miles.
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 175 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 187 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 61
Toward I 70: Indianapolis, Columbus
7
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 East: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
7
67.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
I 670
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670 toward I 670 East: Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 670 East: Airport
8
72 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
North Innerbelt
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, Cleveland
8
187 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m 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
$31.49 one way
$62.98 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $34.95 | $69.90 |
| premium | $4.91 | $39.21 | $78.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.80 | $89.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.9 | 0 | $21.30 | $9.74 |
| Efficient EV | 50.7 | 0 | $17.75 | $8.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.2 | 1 | $28.41 | $12.99 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Parma, OH
Late night in Parma on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
14 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
3h 54m 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.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 7
View on nps.gov
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 195.9
View on nps.gov
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 21
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with a substantial 90% of the journey on major interstates like I-71 and I-70. This means you'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including one segment of 110.9 miles solely on I-71. While Ridge Road offers a brief change of pace, the overall character is one of efficient travel on well-maintained highways. The profile suggests a predominantly fast-paced experience, ideal for those prioritizing arrival time over roadside exploration.
90% 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: 110.9 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 202.9 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 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.6 miles (I 670): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Shiloh, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Royalton.
Cleveland
72 mi in
|
~1h 22m
|
via North Innerbelt
Royalton
187 mi in
|
~3h 28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 54m. Total distance: 202.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 110.9 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.6 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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