Origin
Napoleon, OH
Morning in Napoleon on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Napoleon, OH to Parma, OH
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Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
140.5 mi
226 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Napoleon, OH
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Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
Connecting Napoleon to Parma, this 140.5-mile journey across northern Ohio is a straightforward, efficient drive that typically takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes. Because the route is compact and manageable, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will rely heavily on major arteries like the Ohio Turnpike, US 24, and I-480 to navigate between these two Midwestern locales. With a fuel budget of approximately $21, the trip is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Whether you are heading to the suburbs of Cleveland for business or visiting friends, the route offers a predictable, reliable experience that keeps travel time to a minimum.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.2 miles from Napoleon, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 96% of this trip is spent on highways. The journey hits its stride on the Ohio Turnpike, which hosts the longest uninterrupted stretch of 86.2 miles, allowing you to settle into a steady cruising pace. You will find that the road maintains a professional, interstate-focused character throughout, prioritizing speed and directness over rural sightseeing. Transitioning from the US 24 corridor onto the turnpike and eventually I-480, the landscape shifts from the flatter, open spaces of northwest Ohio toward the more densely populated infrastructure near Parma. It is a quintessential highway-focused drive designed for those who value reaching their destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 86.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and US 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
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 140.5 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: at 1.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.6 miles (US 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward US 6 East, US 24 East: Maumee
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6 East, US 24 East: Maumee
6
4.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 24 toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo
7
36.3 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 195B
Toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago
8
123.5 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
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I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
7
138.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward Ridge 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 Napoleon, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
Chicago
36.3 mi in
|
~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 86.2 mi | 1h 32m |
| US 24 | 24.1 mi | 25m |
| I 480 | 15 mi | 19m |
| I 475 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| US 6 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| US 23 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Scott Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West 54th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 86.2 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Napoleon, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on East Clinton Street
503 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Clinton Street
2
Turn right onto US 6 Business; SR 108
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Scott Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 6 East, US 24 East: Maumee
4
Merge onto US 6; US 24
3.1 mi
·
3 min
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US 6; US 24
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 24
24 mi
·
25 min
·
US 24
Toward US 24 East: Maumee, Toledo
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 68A
Toward I 475 South, US 23 South: Dayton
7
Merge onto I 475; US 23
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 475; US 23
8
Continue on US 23; US 20 Truck
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 23; US 20 Truck
Exit 1B
Toward I 75 North, US 23 South, US 20 Truck East: Toledo
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward SR 795, I 80, I 90: Perrysburg
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80, I 90
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 195B
Toward I 80, I 90 Toll: Cleveland, Chicago
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 80 East, I 90 East: Cleveland
13
Merge onto I 80; I 90
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 480
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 15
Toward Ridge Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto CR 10
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Ridge Road
18
Turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookpark Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
20
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though planning for one well-timed stop is recommended to break up the monotony of the interstate. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the turnpike, as having your $21 gas budget ready will prevent any last-minute stress during the longer 86.2-mile stretch. Because the vast majority of your time is spent on high-speed roads, ensure your vehicle is highway-ready before you leave Napoleon. Use the single designated stop to stretch your legs and reset, as the consistent pace can be tiring despite the short duration. This route is all about efficiency, so keeping your pace steady will help you arrive in Parma on schedule.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.2 miles from Napoleon, OH, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.2 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.2 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
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 Napoleon, 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 Napoleon, OH
This is one driving day of about 140.5 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Napoleon, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 86.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.2 mi from Napoleon, OH · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.2 miles from Napoleon, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.2 miles.
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
$21.81 one way
$43.61 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $24.20 | $48.40 |
| premium | $4.91 | $27.15 | $54.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.02 | $62.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.31
Ohio Turnpike
(86.2 mi)
$4.31
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
$22
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.75 | $6.74 |
| Efficient EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.29 | $5.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.67 | $8.99 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Morning in Parma on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 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
4 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
2h 41m 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 Napoleon, OH to Parma, OH covers 140.5 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, US 24, I 480. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.2 miles from Napoleon, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.81 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 140.5 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: at 1.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.6 miles (US 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Napoleon, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
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