Origin
Parma, OH
Night in Parma on Wednesday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to Apple Creek, OH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
54.1 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
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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Apple Creek, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Parma, OH to Apple Creek, OH covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Snow Road, Rockside Road, I 77 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
27 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 13m drive with frequent turns across 54.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Snow Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Parma, OH to Apple Creek, OH is easy. At 1h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Parma, OH to Apple Creek, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Snow Road | — | — |
| Rockside Road | — | — |
| I 77 South | — | — |
| Willow Freeway | — | — |
| State Route 21 | — | — |
| SR 585 | — | — |
| North Apple Creek Road | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Snow Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Apple Creek, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
46 ft
·
5 sec
·
West 54th Street
2
Turn right onto Snow Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Snow Road
3
Continue on Rockside Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Rockside Road
4
Take the ramp right toward I 77 South: Akron
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 77 South: Akron
5
Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Willow Freeway
6
Keep slight right to continue on State Route 21
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 21
7
Take the exit slight right toward SR 585: Wooster
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
SR 585: Wooster
8
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
17 min
9
Turn left onto North Apple Creek Road
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
North Apple Creek Road
10
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Main Street
11
Turn right onto Richenbaugh Avenue
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Richenbaugh Avenue
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 27 miles from Parma, OH, or about 36m into the drive.
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 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27 miles or 36m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apple Creek, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Parma, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Parma, OH
This is one driving day of about 54.1 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Parma, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27 mi from Parma, OH · 36m 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 27 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Apple Creek, OH
The final approach into Apple Creek, 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
$8.40 one way
$16.79 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.32 | $18.64 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.46 | $20.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.94 | $23.89 |
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: 18.9 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 | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
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
Apple Creek, OH
Night in Apple Creek on Wednesday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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 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 13m 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, OH to Apple Creek, OH covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Snow Road, Rockside Road, I 77 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27 miles from Parma, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.40 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.
The drive from Parma, OH to Apple Creek, OH is easy. At 1h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Parma, OH to Apple Creek, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Parma, OH to Apple Creek, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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