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Trip from Berkshire, OH to Parma, OH

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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

ceremonial and non-metropolitan but non-administrative county of England

Berkshire, OH

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city in the northern Italian region of Emilia-Romagna

Parma, OH

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Trip Overview

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 .

Drive Character

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.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 37 East is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 1/10

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.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Route 37 East
SR 94
Ridge Road
Snow Road
West 54th Street

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: State Route 37 East — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Berkshire, OH and Parma, OH.

1

Start on State Route 37 East

0.9 mi · 1 min · State Route 37 East
2

Take the exit right

0.3 mi · 40 sec
3

Merge slight left

89 mi · 1 hr 35 min
4

Keep slight right

3.3 mi · 3 min
5

Take the exit slight right toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton

0.3 mi · 42 sec · SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
6

Turn left onto Ridge Road

15 mi · 24 min · Ridge Road
7

Turn right onto Snow Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Snow Road
8

Turn right onto West 54th Street

46 ft · 1 sec · West 54th Street
9

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.6 miles from Berkshire, OH, or about 54m into the drive.

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.

Before You Leave

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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.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Berkshire, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 57.6 mi from Berkshire, OH · 54m into the drive

Downtown Ashland, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ashland, OH

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Galion, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashland, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57.6 miles from Berkshire, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Parma, OH

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.88 one way

$35.76 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Berkshire, OH

Night in Berkshire on Wednesday

Local time

9:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Parma, OH

Night in Parma on Wednesday

Local time

9:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

8 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

1h 49m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Berkshire, OH to Parma, OH covers 115.2 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 37 East, SR 94, Ridge Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.6 miles from Berkshire, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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.
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.
The route from Berkshire, OH to Parma, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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