West Alexandria, OH to Parma, OH is 222.8 miles and takes about 4h 18m via I 71 and I 70, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward trip primarily on interstates, making it a convenient option for a single-day excursion. You'll find it's a practical route for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
111.4 miles from West Alexandria, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
110.9 mi
2h
I 70
80.9 mi
1h 28m
Ridge Road
14.9 mi
24m
North Main Street
6.4 mi
11m
I 670
4.3 mi
5m
I 271
3.3 mi
3m
Snow Road
0.6 mi
1m
North Innerbelt
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 110.9 mi, about 2h
Traffic on I-70
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 86 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,390 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~352 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 West Alexandria, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on SR 503
6.4 mi·11 min·North Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 70 East: Columbus
3
Merge onto I 70
11 mi·11 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
21 mi·23 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
49 mi·53 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 670
4.3 mi·5 min·I 670
Toward I 670 East: AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto North Innerbelt
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Innerbelt
Toward I 71: Cincinnati, ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 71 North: ClevelandUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 71
111 mi·2 hr·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
For this 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning is recommended to take advantage of daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion, especially as you approach Parma. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. The fuel cost is estimated at $43, so ensure your tank is full before you depart to minimize stops. Pay attention to the transition off I 71 onto Ridge Road, as this marks the shift from highway cruising to surface street navigation.
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 111.4 miles from West Alexandria, OH, or about 2h 7m 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 49 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.4 miles or 2h 7m 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 24m
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 West Alexandria, 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 West Alexandria, OH
This is one driving day of about 222.8 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from West Alexandria, 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.
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 17.4 and 207 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
17.4 mi into trip|~23m in|I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
87.6 mi into trip|~1h 40m 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
91.9 mi into trip|~1h 45m 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
7
92.5 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 71 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cleveland
8
207 mi into trip|~3h 51m 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
$34.24 one way
$68.47 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$38.61
$77.23
premium
$4.99
$43.74
$87.49
diesel
$4.80
$42.07
$84.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.8
0
$23.39
$10.69
Efficient EV
55.7
0
$19.50
$8.91
EV Truck/SUV
89.1
1
$31.19
$14.26
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
West Alexandria, OH
Late night
in West Alexandria on Monday
Local time
4:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 15 mph48% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 3:58PM EDT until July 18 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:55PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Destination
Parma, OH
Late night
in Parma on Monday
Local time
4:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 18 mph100% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 3:58PM EDT until July 18 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:55PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
85°F
Delaware, OH
111 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 18m 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.
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...
5 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 30.7
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 215.1
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...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 38.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 89% of the 222.8 miles on interstates. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch on I 71, covering 110.9 miles. After leaving the interstate system, you'll transition to surface roads like Ridge Road for the remaining portion. Expect a consistent flow of traffic and numerous exits on the highway segments.
89% 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: 110.9 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 17.4 miles in near I 70.
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 222.8 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 17.4 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.6 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.9 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,303 ft830 ft
Total Climb
838 ft
Total Descent
869 ft
Highest Point
1,303 ft
~143.2 mi in
Elevation Range
473 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Alexandria, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Royalton.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 222.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). 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.
Yes — we found about 29 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 29 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.4 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.6 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.9 miles (North Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Parma, OH, but most travelers stay overnight.
