Origin
Berkshire, OH
Night in Berkshire on Wednesday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
115.2 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berkshire, OH
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Parma, OH
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This 115.2-mile journey from Berkshire to Parma, Ohio, is a straightforward, single-day trip that will take you about 1 hour and 49 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes State Route 37 East and SR 94, with Ridge Road also playing a part, offering a local driving experience rather than highway cruising. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is relatively short, you'll have plenty of flexibility to start your day at your leisure and arrive in Parma without feeling rushed. This is a practical drive that keeps you on local roads for its entirety.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.6 miles from Berkshire, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway sections at all. The entire 115.2 miles will keep you engaged with frequent changes in direction as you navigate through Ohio's local road network. While the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, the overall profile suggests a continuous series of local roads rather than long, straightaways. This means you'll be more involved in the driving, making frequent adjustments as you move from State Route 37 East to SR 94 and Ridge Road. It's a route that demands your attention but offers a grounded perspective of the landscape.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Berkshire, OH to Parma, OH is easy. At 1h 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Berkshire, OH to Parma, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 37 East | — | — |
| SR 94 | — | — |
| Ridge Road | — | — |
| Snow Road | — | — |
| West 54th Street | — | — |
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Step-by-step road directions between Berkshire, OH and Parma, OH.
Start on State Route 37 East
Take the exit right
Merge slight left
Keep slight right
Take the exit slight right toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
Turn left onto Ridge Road
Turn right onto Snow Road
Turn right onto West 54th Street
Arrive at your destination
Given this is a short, 1-hour-and-49-minute drive covering 115.2 miles, you can easily tackle it in one day with plenty of flexibility. There are no mandatory stops, so feel free to depart when it suits you best. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $17 for the trip, and plan for quick breaks if needed, though the short duration may not necessitate them. A good tip for this type of local road journey is to ensure your navigation system is up-to-date, as you'll be relying on it for the various turns on State Route 37 East, SR 94, and Ridge Road.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 25 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Berkshire, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Berkshire, OH
This is one driving day of about 115.2 miles and 1h 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.6 mi from Berkshire, OH · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 57.6 miles from Berkshire, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Parma, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$17.88 one way
$35.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $19.84 | $39.69 |
| premium | $4.91 | $22.26 | $44.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.43 | $50.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.10 | $5.53 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.08 | $4.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.13 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Night in Berkshire on Wednesday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Parma on Wednesday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
68°F
Ashland, OH
58 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.
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