Origin
Parma, OH
Afternoon in Parma on Friday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to Lincoln Heights, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
66.8 mi
107 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
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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Lincoln Heights, OH
Anton Ivanov
Trip Overview
The drive from Parma, OH to Lincoln Heights, OH covers 66.8 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, Ridge Road, I 271 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.1 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.37 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 66.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 66.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and Ridge Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.1 miles on I 71.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 43.1 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.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 3 / Ridge Road
Turn left onto SR 3 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
19.2 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 71
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
62.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 176
Toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
7
62.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 30 West: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 30 West: Mansfield
7
65.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward US 42 North: Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 132 B
Toward US 42 North: Ashland
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, OH to Lincoln Heights, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
Mansfield
62.3 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 43.1 mi | 46m |
| Ridge Road | 14.8 mi | 24m |
| I 271 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| US 30 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Ashland Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Snow Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West 54th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 43.1 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Lincoln Heights, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
47 ft
·
8 sec
·
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
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 176
Toward US 30: Wooster, Mansfield
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 30 West: Mansfield
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 30
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 132 B
Toward US 42 North: Ashland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right
269 ft
·
13 sec
12
Turn sharp left onto US 42
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Ashland Road
13
Arrive at destination
US 42
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.4 mi from Parma, OH · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.4 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lincoln Heights, OH
The final approach into Lincoln Heights, 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
$10.37 one way
$20.73 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.51 | $23.01 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.91 | $25.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.75 | $29.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.35 | $4.28 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Lincoln Heights, OH
Afternoon in Lincoln Heights on Friday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Medina, OH
33 mi in
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
5 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 24m 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 Lincoln Heights, OH covers 66.8 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Ridge Road, I 271. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.4 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 $10.37 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 66.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Parma, OH to Lincoln Heights, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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