Origin
Marlboro, OH
Late night in Marlboro on Thursday
Local time
12:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marlboro, OH to Parma, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
53.6 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marlboro, OH
Pablo López
Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
This 53.6-mile drive from Marlboro to Parma, Ohio, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes. You'll be traveling through the Midwest region, staying within Ohio for the entire journey. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $8, making it an economical choice. The route offers a mixed driving experience, and with no planned stops, it's a straightforward commute. This drive is ideal for a quick transit between these two Ohio locations without the need for an overnight stay.
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
26.8 miles from Marlboro, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with 46% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.4 miles on SR 14, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The route is characterized as a 'mixed drive,' suggesting a blend of faster highway sections and potentially more local road driving as you approach your destination. This means you'll need to be adaptable to changing speed limits and road conditions throughout the 1 hour and 17 minute trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.4 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 16.5 miles in near North Sycamore Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 16.5 miles (North Sycamore Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (SR 14 / Cleveland East Liverpool Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
16.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
North Sycamore Street
Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
Navigation decision point
5
18.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
SR 14 / Cleveland East Liverpool Road
Turn left onto SR 14 / Cleveland East Liverpool Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
39.6 mi into trip
|
~58m 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
5
47.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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.
On the drive from Marlboro, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
Cleveland
39.6 mi in
|
~58m
|
via I 480
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 14 | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| Ravenna Avenue Northeast | 11.3 mi | 17m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 10.6 mi | 13m |
| Cleveland East Liverpool Road | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| South Prospect Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Outerbelt East Freeway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Edison Street Northeast | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Cleveland Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
SR 14
— 11.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marlboro, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on CR 30
86 ft
·
6 sec
·
Marlboro Avenue Northeast
2
Turn right onto SR 619
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Edison Street Northeast
3
Turn right onto SR 44
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Ravenna Avenue Northeast
4
Keep slight left at fork onto South Prospect Street
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Prospect Street
5
Turn left onto SR 59
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
East Main Street
6
Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Sycamore Street
7
Continue on Cleveland Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Cleveland Road
8
Turn left onto SR 14
7.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Cleveland East Liverpool Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on SR 14
11 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 14
10
Continue on I 271; I 480
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
11
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.
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge onto I 480
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 16
Toward SR 94: State Road
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto SR 94
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
State Road
16
Turn right onto SR 17
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookpark Road
17
Turn left onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 53.6-mile distance and 1 hour 17 minute duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, perhaps aiming to avoid peak local traffic around Parma. With a modest fuel cost of $8, you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. Pay attention to the transitions between the main roads like SR 14 and the Outerbelt South Freeway, as these can sometimes involve more complex interchanges. Since it's a single-day drive, consider packing snacks and drinks to maximize your time on the road rather than seeking out stops.
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 26.8 miles from Marlboro, OH, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.4 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 12 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.8 miles or 43m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parma, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Marlboro, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Marlboro, OH
This is one driving day of about 53.6 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Marlboro, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 14 for about 11.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.8 mi from Marlboro, OH · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from Marlboro, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.32 one way
$16.64 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.36 | $20.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.83 | $23.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Parma, OH
Late night in Parma on Thursday
Local time
12:13 AM
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
10 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 17m 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 Marlboro, OH to Parma, OH covers 53.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 14, Ravenna Avenue Northeast, Outerbelt South Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.8 miles from Marlboro, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.32 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.5 miles (North Sycamore Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (SR 14 / Cleveland East Liverpool Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Marlboro, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Cleveland along the way.
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