Origin
Manchester, OH
Night in Manchester on Thursday
Local time
11:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manchester, OH to Parma, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, OH
Mylo Kaye
Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Manchester, OH to Parma, OH covers 40.4 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, Manchester Road, Rockside Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.3 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 40.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 40.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and Manchester Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.3 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Manchester Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 93 / Manchester Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 93 / Manchester Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 93 / Manchester Road
Turn left onto SR 93 / Manchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
7.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East: Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1
Toward I 76 East: Cleveland
8
9.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
8
36.1 mi into trip
|
~48m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 155
Toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
6
40.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
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West 54th Street
Turn left onto West 54th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manchester, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Seven Hills and Independence.
Seven Hills
36.1 mi in
|
~48m
Independence
36.1 mi in
|
~48m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 26.3 mi | 31m |
| Manchester Road | 6.6 mi | 12m |
| Rockside Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Snow Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| I 277 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Waterloo Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Nimisila Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 26.3 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on West Nimisila Road
72 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Nimisila Road
2
Turn left onto SR 93
6.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Manchester Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto West Waterloo Road
365 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Waterloo Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Merge onto I 277; US 224
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 277; US 224
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 1
Toward I 76 East: Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 76
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 20
Toward I 77 North: Cleveland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 77
26 mi
·
31 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 155
Toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto Rockside Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Rockside Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on Snow Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Snow Road
13
Turn left onto West 54th Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Manchester, OH · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Manchester, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Parma, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Parma, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.27 one way
$12.54 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.96 | $13.92 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Night in Parma on Thursday
Local time
11:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
57m 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 Manchester, OH to Parma, OH covers 40.4 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Manchester Road, Rockside Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.2 miles from Manchester, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.27 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 93 / Manchester Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Manchester, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Seven Hills and Independence.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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