Origin
Parma Heights, OH
Late night in Parma Heights on Wednesday
Local time
2:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma Heights, OH to Lakewood, OH
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
21m
Distance
9.1 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parma Heights, OH
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Lakewood, OH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Parma Heights and Lakewood, Ohio, you are looking at a brief 9.1-mile trip. Expect to spend about 21 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting is straightforward for this Midwestern route, as you will likely spend only about $1 on fuel. Since the entire drive stays within Ohio, you won't need to worry about regional transitions or complex logistics. It is a practical, no-fuss transit that gets you from point A to point B efficiently. Whether you are running errands or heading to a meeting, this short drive is manageable and easy to fit into any busy schedule.
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
4.5 miles from Parma Heights, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will navigate via a combination of Stumph Road, West 150th Street, and Warren Road, with only 5% of your travel occurring on highways. Because of the frequent turns, you will find that the longest uninterrupted stretch is just 2.2 miles along Warren Road. The nature of this route demands your full attention, as it lacks the monotony of long-distance highway driving. You should prepare for a steady pace through local neighborhoods and intersections that define this short, technical transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Warren Road is the longest continuous segment at about 2.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 42 / Pearl Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (US 42 / Pearl Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Stumph Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 42 / Pearl Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 42 / Pearl Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Stumph Road
Turn right onto Stumph Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
3.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 480 West: Toledo
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
8
4.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the exit toward West 150th Street, Brook Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12A
Toward West 150th Street, Brook Park
5
4.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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West 150th Street
Turn right onto West 150th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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 Parma Heights, OH to Lakewood, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Brook Park along the way.
Brook Park
4.2 mi in
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~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warren Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| West 150th Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Stumph Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Chevrolet Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Brookpark Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Pearl Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West 130th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Warren Road
— 2.2 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma Heights, OH and Lakewood, OH.
1
Start on Olde York Road
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
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Olde York Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 42
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Pearl Road
3
Turn right onto Stumph Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Stumph Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on Chevrolet Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Chevrolet Boulevard
5
Turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
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Brookpark Road
6
Turn right onto West 130th Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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West 130th Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
8
Merge onto I 480
0.5 mi
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36 sec
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Outerbelt South Freeway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 12A
Toward West 150th Street, Brook Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto West 150th Street
2.2 mi
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5 min
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West 150th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on Warren Road
2.2 mi
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5 min
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Warren Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Franklin Boulevard
456 ft
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11 sec
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Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
Franklin Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 21-minute trip, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep in mind that because the route relies heavily on local roads, traffic patterns can shift quickly during peak hours. If you want a smoother experience, try to time your departure outside of standard morning or evening commutes. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to stay alert at intersections when transitioning between Stumph Road and West 150th Street to ensure you stay on the correct path.
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 4.5 miles from Parma Heights, OH, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.2 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 9.1 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakewood, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parma Heights, 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 Parma Heights, OH
This is one driving day of about 9.1 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Parma Heights, 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 Warren Road for about 2.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.5 mi from Parma Heights, OH · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.5 miles from Parma Heights, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lakewood, OH
The final approach into Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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
$1.41 one way
$2.82 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $1.57 | $3.13 |
| premium | $4.91 | $1.76 | $3.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.96 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Lakewood, OH
Late night in Lakewood on Wednesday
Local time
2:48 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
7 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Parma Heights, OH to Lakewood, OH covers 9.1 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Warren Road, West 150th Street, Stumph Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.5 miles from Parma Heights, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.41 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 9.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (US 42 / Pearl Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Stumph Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
On the drive from Parma Heights, OH to Lakewood, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Brook Park along the way.
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