Origin
Crawford, OH
Late night in Crawford on Friday
Local time
3:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
106.2 mi
171 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crawford, OH
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Parma, OH
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This 106.2-mile journey from Crawford, OH to Parma, OH is a manageable day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes. The route is primarily comprised of local roads with a 56% highway share, suggesting a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this drive is budget-friendly for a single day's travel. You'll be staying within the Midwest region throughout this trip. Consider this a straightforward drive that doesn't require an overnight stop, offering flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.1 miles from Crawford, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 106.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, balancing highway speeds with more local road conditions. More than half of your journey, 56%, will be on highways, offering a chance to make good time. However, you'll also navigate through areas on roads like Cadiz-Dennison Road and Water Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 57.6 miles on SR 21, which should allow for a solid period of consistent driving before potentially encountering more varied road conditions as you approach Parma.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 24.6 miles in near US 250; SR 800.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.6 miles (US 250; SR 800): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.8 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 West, SR 800 North: Uhrichsville, New Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 250 toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Rockside Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto West 54th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Crawford, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward New Philadelphia and Massillon.
New Philadelphia
Massillon
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 21 | 57.6 mi | 1h 14m |
| Cadiz-Dennison Road | 21.3 mi | 30m |
| Water Street | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| South Wooster Avenue | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Rockside Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| US 250 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Snow Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Toot Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Crawford, OH and Parma, OH.
Start on Toot Road
Turn slight left onto SR 9
Take the ramp onto US 250
Merge onto US 22; US 250
Take the exit onto US 250
Turn right onto US 250
Continue on US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
Turn right onto US 250; SR 800
Take the exit onto US 250
Turn left onto US 250
Continue on SR 21
Take the exit
Turn left onto Rockside Road
Continue on Snow Road
Turn left onto West 54th Street
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour and 22-minute duration, departing in the morning allows ample time to reach Parma without feeling rushed. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you have the flexibility to decide when and where to take breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16; it's always wise to top off before heading out. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage when transitioning from SR 21 to local roads like Cadiz-Dennison Road, as these can sometimes be less clearly marked than major highways.
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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.1 miles or 1h 10m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Crawford, 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 Crawford, OH
This is one driving day of about 106.2 miles and 2h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.1 mi from Crawford, OH · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 53.1 miles from Crawford, 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.
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.
Regular Gas
$16.48 one way
$32.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $18.29 | $36.58 |
| premium | $4.91 | $20.53 | $41.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.45 | $46.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.15 | $5.10 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.87 | $6.80 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Late night in Crawford on Friday
Local time
3:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Parma on Friday
Local time
3:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
49°F
Dover, OH
53 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.
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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