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Trip from East Palestine, OH to Parma, OH

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Drive Time

1h 45m

Distance

86.6 mi

139 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 37m ★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m

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

village in Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

East Palestine, OH

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city in the northern Italian region of Emilia-Romagna

Parma, OH

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 86.6-mile drive from East Palestine, OH to Parma, OH is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it focuses heavily on highway travel, making it a quick and efficient journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this route is budget-friendly for a quick getaway or an essential leg of a longer trip. The majority of the drive utilizes major freeways, offering a direct path without significant detours. You'll spend nearly all your time on well-maintained highways, so pack your favorite road trip playlist.

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

43.3 miles from East Palestine, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for 89% of this 86.6-mile trip. The primary arteries guiding you are the Ohio Turnpike and I-480, also known as the Outerbelt South Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.5 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While the route is predominantly high-speed freeway driving, this ensures a smooth and direct passage between your starting and ending points in Ohio. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficiency over scenic exploration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 45.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 480. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Rebecca Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 86.6 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: near the start (West Rebecca Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 58.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Rebecca Street

Turn right onto West Rebecca Street

Navigation decision point

5
12.4 mi into trip | ~18m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 76 West: Cleveland
9
58.2 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 187 Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro
8
72.5 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
7
84.4 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Take the exit toward SR 94: State Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 16 Toward SR 94: State Road

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between East Palestine, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Streetsboro and Cleveland.

Streetsboro

58.2 mi in | ~1h 8m

Cleveland

72.5 mi in | ~1h 25m | via I 480

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ohio Turnpike 45.5 mi 48m
I 480 11.2 mi 13m
Outerbelt South Freeway 10.6 mi 13m
SR 165 6.9 mi 8m
Outerbelt East Freeway 2.4 mi 3m
North Market Street 1.9 mi 3m
Market Street 1.4 mi 2m
East South Range Road 1.2 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 45.5 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

109 ft · 10 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto West Rebecca Street

162 ft · 12 sec · West Rebecca Street
3

Turn left onto SR 170

1.9 mi · 3 min · North Market Street
4

Turn left onto SR 14; SR 165; SR 170

0.7 mi · 1 min · SR 14; SR 165; SR 170
5

Turn right onto SR 165

6.9 mi · 8 min · SR 165
6

Turn left onto SR 165

1.2 mi · 1 min · East South Range Road
7

Turn right onto SR 7

1.4 mi · 2 min · Market Street
8

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 76
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 76 West: Cleveland
10

Merge onto I 76

46 mi · 48 min · Ohio Turnpike
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 187 Toward I 480, SR 14: Cleveland, Streetsboro Use the slight right lane.
12

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 9 sec · this road
Toward I 480 West, SR 14 West: Cleveland Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on I 480; SR 14

11 mi · 13 min · I 480; SR 14
14

Continue on I 271; I 480

2.4 mi · 3 min · Outerbelt East Freeway
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480

7.1 mi · 8 min · Outerbelt South Freeway
Toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

1.3 mi · 1 min
17

Merge onto I 480

3.5 mi · 4 min · Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 52 sec
Exit 16 Toward SR 94: State Road Use the slight right lane.
19

Turn left onto SR 94

0.2 mi · 33 sec · State Road
20

Turn right onto SR 17

0.7 mi · 1 min · Brookpark Road
21

Turn left onto West 54th Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
22

Arrive at destination

West 54th Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, this trip offers excellent flexibility for when you choose to depart. Leaving in the morning can help you avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach the Cleveland metropolitan area. You won't need to plan for extensive stops, but there are ample opportunities for quick breaks along the Ohio Turnpike if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $13 estimated cost is based on continuous highway travel. A useful tip for this route: be aware that the Ohio Turnpike is a toll road, so have your payment method ready.

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 43.3 miles from East Palestine, OH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.5 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 43.3 miles or 52m 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 26m

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 East Palestine, 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 East Palestine, OH

This is one driving day of about 86.6 miles and 1h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Palestine, 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 45.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 43.3 mi from East Palestine, OH · 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bethel Park, PA

43 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

Farrell, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bethel Park, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from East Palestine, 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

$13.44 one way

$26.88 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $14.92 $29.83
premium $4.91 $16.74 $33.47
diesel $5.61 $19.12 $38.24

Estimated Tolls: $2.28

Ohio Turnpike (45.5 mi) $2.28

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26 0 $9.09 $4.16
Efficient EV 21.7 0 $7.58 $3.46
EV Truck/SUV 34.6 0 $12.12 $5.54

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

East Palestine, OH

Morning in East Palestine on Wednesday

Local time

7:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Parma, OH

Morning in Parma on Wednesday

Local time

7:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°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

8 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 45m 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 East Palestine, OH to Parma, OH covers 86.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, I 480, Outerbelt South Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.3 miles from East Palestine, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.44 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 18 significant decision points across 86.6 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: near the start (West Rebecca Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 58.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between East Palestine, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Streetsboro and Cleveland.

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