Origin
Chardon, OH
Evening in Chardon on Sunday
Local time
8:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chardon, OH to Parma, OH
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
44.7 mi
72 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parma, OH
Daniel Fernandez
Trip Overview
The drive from Chardon, OH to Parma, OH covers 44.7 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, Lakeland Freeway, Concord Hambden Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.6 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
22.3 miles from Chardon, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Chardon, OH to Parma, OH covers 44.7 miles and takes about 1h 2m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 44.7 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 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.7 mi into trip
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~13m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
18.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
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I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
19.6 mi into trip
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~28m in
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I 90 / Euclid Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90 / Euclid Spur toward Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Cleveland
8
37.5 mi into trip
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~51m in
|
I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Columbus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
7
38.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
SR 176 / Jennings Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 176 / Jennings Freeway toward SR 176 South: Parma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward SR 176 South: Parma
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Chardon, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Cleveland
19.6 mi in
|
~28m
|
via I 90
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| Lakeland Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Concord Hambden Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Euclid Spur | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Innerbelt | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Jennings Freeway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| North State Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 11.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chardon, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on this road
323 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 608
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North State Avenue
3
Continue on SR 608
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Concord Hambden Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Auburn Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Auburn Road
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Auburn Road
334 ft
·
8 sec
·
Auburn Road
6
Turn right onto SR 44
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
State Route 44
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 90
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 90
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Euclid Spur
Toward Cleveland
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto I 90; SR 2
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Lakeland Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 90; SR 2
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Innerbelt
Use the slight left lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71
Exit 170B
Toward I 71 South: Columbus
Use the slight left lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 176
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Jennings Freeway
Toward SR 176 South: Parma
Use the slight left lane.
17
At end of road, turn right onto SR 17; SR 176
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Brookpark Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
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 22.3 miles from Chardon, OH, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.6 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 44.7 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.3 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
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 Chardon, 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 Chardon, OH
This is one driving day of about 44.7 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chardon, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 11.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.3 mi from Chardon, OH · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 44.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Chardon, 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
$6.69 one way
$13.37 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $7.47 | $14.93 |
| premium | $4.79 | $8.43 | $16.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.93 | $19.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Evening in Parma on Sunday
Local time
8:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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 2m 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 Chardon, OH to Parma, OH covers 44.7 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, Lakeland Freeway, Concord Hambden Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.3 miles from Chardon, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.69 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 44.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Chardon, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
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