Origin
Blanchard, OH
Late night in Blanchard on Friday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blanchard, OH to Parma, OH
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
147.7 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blanchard, OH
El Capra
Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 147.7-mile drive from Blanchard to Parma, Ohio, can be completed in about 2 hours and 23 minutes, making it an ideal one-day trip. You'll navigate primarily using Highway 68 and Main Street before merging onto I-71 North. With a projected fuel cost of $22, this route is budget-friendly for a day excursion. The overall journey offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, suitable for those who prefer less highway monotony. Since both locations are within the Midwest region, you won't experience a significant shift in regional character, keeping the feel consistent throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
73.8 miles from Blanchard, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 147.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 147.7-mile trip. While the highway share is 0%, meaning you'll mostly be on local roads and some main streets, the drive does incorporate I-71 North for a portion. This suggests a mix of navigating through towns and then potentially a quicker stretch on the interstate. The absence of a specified longest uninterrupted stretch indicates frequent intersections or town traversals, so be prepared for a route that demands your attention and requires constant adjustment of speed and direction. The duration of 2 hours and 23 minutes aligns with a route that isn't designed for sustained high speeds.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 68 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Blanchard, OH to Parma, OH is easy. At 2h 23m 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 Blanchard, OH to Parma, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 68 | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| I 71 North | — | — |
| SR 94 | — | — |
| Ridge Road | — | — |
| Snow Road | — | — |
| West 54th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 68
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blanchard, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on the route
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Turn left onto United States Highway 68
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
United States Highway 68
3
Continue on Main Street
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
4
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge slight left
25 mi
·
27 min
6
Take the exit slight right
46 mi
·
51 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71 North: Cleveland
8
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
46 min
9
Keep slight right
3.3 mi
·
3 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
11
Turn left onto Ridge Road
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Ridge Road
12
Turn right onto Snow Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Snow Road
13
Turn right onto West 54th Street
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 54th Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 147.7-mile journey, leaving in the morning is a good idea to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you'll be on local roads for much of the drive. The 2-hour and 23-minute duration means you can easily complete this in a single day without needing an overnight stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $22, and plan for a potential stop if you're running low, though with few designated stops, it's best to start with a full tank. Given the 'turn-heavy' nature of this route, pay close attention to navigation as you transition from Highway 68 and Main Street onto I-71 North.
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 73.8 miles from Blanchard, OH, or about 1h 11m 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 32 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.8 miles or 1h 11m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Blanchard, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Blanchard, OH
This is one driving day of about 147.7 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Blanchard, 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 73.8 mi from Blanchard, OH · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.8 miles from Blanchard, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Parma, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.92 one way
$45.85 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $25.44 | $50.88 |
| premium | $4.91 | $28.55 | $57.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.61 | $65.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.92 | $5.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.1 | 0 | $20.68 | $9.45 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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 Friday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
74 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
2h 23m 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 Blanchard, OH to Parma, OH covers 147.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 68, Main Street, I 71 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.8 miles from Blanchard, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.92 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 Blanchard, OH to Parma, OH is easy. At 2h 23m 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 Blanchard, OH to Parma, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Blanchard, OH to Parma, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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