Origin
South Amherst, OH
Morning in South Amherst on Tuesday
Local time
11:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Amherst, OH to Parma, 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
42m
Distance
31.2 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Amherst, OH
Connor Scott McManus
Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
South Amherst to Parma is 31.2 miles and takes about 42 minutes via I 480 and the Ohio Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip keeps you within the Midwest region, specifically within Ohio for the entirety of your journey. It’s a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it a quick and easy transit between two points. You'll find it's a practical choice for a day trip or a simple commute, with minimal fuss involved. Given the short duration, you can easily plan this drive around other commitments.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 480 | 15 mi | 19m |
| Ohio Turnpike | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Telegraph Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West 54th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Leavitt Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Brookpark Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Ridge Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 480
— 15 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Amherst, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Leonard Street
235 ft
·
10 sec
·
Leonard Street
2
Turn right onto SR 113
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on SR 113
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Telegraph Road
4
Turn left onto SR 58
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Leavitt Road
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80, I 90: Cleveland, Toledo, Ohio Turnpike
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
7
Merge onto I 80; I 90
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 480
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 15
Toward Ridge Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto CR 10
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Ridge Road
12
Turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookpark Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
14
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 29.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 80, I 90: Cleveland, Toledo, Ohio Turnpike
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80, I 90: Cleveland, Toledo, Ohio Turn...
4
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
14.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
7
29.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward Ridge Road
6
29.7 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Turn left onto SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.84 one way
$9.68 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.37 | $10.75 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.51
Ohio Turnpike
(10.3 mi)
$0.51
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Morning in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
11:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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
42m 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 drive is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 480 and the Ohio Turnpike. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 15 miles on I 480, offering a consistent cruising experience. The profile suggests a highway-centric journey, meaning you can expect relatively high speeds and straightforward navigation for most of the 31.2 miles. While the majority is on interstates, the initial and final segments may involve local roads, so pay attention as you merge and exit.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15 mi on I 480.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 480 and Ohio Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 31.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.2 miles (I 480): 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 South Amherst, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Toledo and Ohio Turnpike.
Toledo
3.1 mi in
|
~5m
Ohio Turnpike
3.1 mi in
|
~5m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 31.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15 miles on I 480. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.51 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.
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.
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: at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.2 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Parma, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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