Origin
Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH
Afternoon in Geneva-on-the-Lake on Saturday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH to Parma, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
61.4 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH to Parma, OH covers 61.4 miles and takes about 1h 21m 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, North Broadway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 29 mi | 32m |
| Lakeland Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| North Broadway | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| Euclid Spur | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Innerbelt | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Jennings Freeway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Cleveland Memorial Shoreway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Brookpark Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 29 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Lakegrove Avenue
228 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lakegrove Avenue
2
Turn left onto SR 531
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lake Road
3
Continue on SR 534
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
North Broadway
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
5
Merge onto I 90
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Euclid Spur
Toward Cleveland
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 90; SR 2
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Lakeland Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 90; SR 2
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Innerbelt
Use the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Innerbelt
12
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.
13
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.
14
At end of road, turn right onto SR 17; SR 176
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Brookpark Road
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 36.3 and 58.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
36.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
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
6
50.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
I 90 / Innerbelt
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Innerbelt
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
6
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
SR 17; SR 176 / Brookpark Road
At end of road, turn right onto SR 17; SR 176 / Brookpark Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.53 one way
$19.06 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.87 | $23.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.56 | $27.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Afternoon in Parma on Saturday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Wickliffe, OH
31 mi in
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
7 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 21m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
61.4 mi in 1h 21m, mostly highway — 29 mi of that is on I 90.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Lakeland Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36.3 miles in near I 90 / Euclid Spur.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.4 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 36.3 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles (I 90 / Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.3 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
900 ft
602 ft
Total Climb
616 ft
Total Descent
356 ft
Highest Point
900 ft
~26.3 mi in
Elevation Range
298 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Cleveland
36.3 mi in
|
~46m
|
via I 90
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 61.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Parma, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 36.3 miles (I 90 / Euclid Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles (I 90 / Innerbelt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.3 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Parma, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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