Origin
Parma, OH
Night in Parma on Tuesday
Local time
10:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to Dublin, OH
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
128.2 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
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6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m
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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Dublin, OH
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Trip Overview
This 128.2-mile drive from Parma, Ohio, to Dublin, Ohio, is an easy one-day trip, taking about 2 hours and 31 minutes. Your journey will primarily follow I-71, with a brief segment on Ridge Road and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway. Given its relatively short distance and the highway-focused profile, you can comfortably complete this route without needing an overnight stay. Budget around $20 for fuel, making it an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. This straightforward drive offers a practical way to travel between these two Ohio cities.
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
64.1 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 85% of this trip. The majority of your time will be spent on I-71, which makes up the longest uninterrupted stretch of 100.6 miles. While largely interstate, you'll encounter Ridge Road and the Jack Nicklaus Freeway, offering minor variations in the driving experience. This route emphasizes efficient travel over dynamic scenery, providing a consistent and predictable road surface for most of the journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 100.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Ridge Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near SR 3 / Ridge Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 128.2 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 3 / Ridge Road
Turn left onto SR 3 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
119.9 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward I 270 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 119B
Toward I 270 West
7
125.9 mi into trip
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~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward Sawmill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20
Toward Sawmill Road
8
126.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Sawmill Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward Sawmill Road South
7
128.1 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
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South High Street
Turn left onto South High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 100.6 mi | 1h 48m |
| Ridge Road | 14.8 mi | 24m |
| Jack Nicklaus Freeway | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| I 271 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| West Dublin Granville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dublin Center Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Snow Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Bridge Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 100.6 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Dublin, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
47 ft
·
8 sec
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West 54th Street
2
Turn left onto Snow Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Snow Road
3
Turn left onto SR 3
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 271 South: Wadsworth
5
Merge onto I 271
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 271
6
Merge onto I 71
101 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 119B
Toward I 270 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 270
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Jack Nicklaus Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 20
Toward Sawmill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Sawmill Road South
Use the left / right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto CR 70
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Sawmill Road
12
Turn right onto Dublin Center Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dublin Center Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto SR 161
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Dublin Granville Road
Use the right lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 33; SR 161
215 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Bridge Street
15
Continue on US 33; SR 161
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Bridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto South High Street
170 ft
·
7 sec
·
South High Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right
109 ft
·
9 sec
18
Turn right
48 ft
·
3 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this straightforward 2.5-hour drive, flexibility is key. Leaving Parma in the morning or early afternoon will allow you to arrive in Dublin with ample time. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost of approximately $20, you won't need extensive planning. Keep an eye on I-71 for potential traffic, especially if you're traveling during peak hours. A specific tip: utilize the exits along I-71 for quick breaks or to grab a snack, as the main highway itself offers limited immediate services for this particular stretch.
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 64.1 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.6 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.1 miles or 1h 18m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dublin, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parma, 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, OH
This is one driving day of about 128.2 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Parma, 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 I 71 for about 100.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.1 mi from Parma, OH · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 64.1 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.6 miles.
Arriving in Dublin, OH
The final approach into Dublin, 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 Dublin, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.90 one way
$39.79 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $22.08 | $44.16 |
| premium | $4.91 | $24.78 | $49.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.30 | $56.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.46 | $6.15 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.22 | $5.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.95 | $8.20 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Dublin, OH
Night in Dublin on Tuesday
Local time
10:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Mansfield, OH
64 mi in
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
14 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 31m 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 Dublin, OH covers 128.2 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Ridge Road, Jack Nicklaus Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.1 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 $19.90 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 16 significant decision points across 128.2 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Parma, OH to Dublin, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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