Origin
Parma, OH
Night in Parma on Thursday
Local time
11:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to Manchester, OH
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
40.2 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Manchester, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Parma, OH to Manchester, OH covers 40.2 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Willow Freeway, I 77, Manchester Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.1 miles on Willow Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 40.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 40.2 miles, with most of the trip on Willow Freeway and I 77. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.1 miles on Willow Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Willow Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 19.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Willow Freeway and I 77. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.1 miles in near I 77.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 40.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.1 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
23.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
30.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward I 76 West: Canton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward I 76 West: Canton
6
31.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 277 East, US 224 East: Canton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward I 277 East, US 224 East: Canton
8
33.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward SR 93: Waterloo Road, Manchester Road
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 2
Toward SR 93: Waterloo Road, Manchester Road
9
33.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Manchester Road, Portage Lakes, State Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Manchester Road, Portage Lakes, State Pa...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Parma, OH and Manchester, OH, road signs point toward Portage Lakes and State Park.
Portage Lakes
33.4 mi in
|
~44m
State Park
33.4 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Freeway | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| I 77 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Manchester Road | 6.6 mi | 12m |
| Rockside Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Snow Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Kenmore Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| I 277 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| West Waterloo Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Willow Freeway
— 19.1 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Manchester, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
47 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
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 77 South: Akron
5
Merge onto I 77
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 77
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 129
Toward I 76 West: Canton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 76
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenmore Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 18
Toward I 277 East, US 224 East: Canton
10
Merge onto I 277; US 224
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 277; US 224
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 2
Toward SR 93: Waterloo Road, Manchester Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
207 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Manchester Road, Portage Lakes, State Park
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on West Waterloo Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Waterloo Road
14
Turn right onto SR 93
6.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Manchester Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto West Nimisila Road
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Nimisila Road
16
Arrive at destination
West Nimisila Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Parma, OH · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Manchester, OH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Manchester, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.24 one way
$12.48 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $6.92 | $13.85 |
| premium | $4.91 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.88 | $17.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Manchester, OH
Night in Manchester on Thursday
Local time
11:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
9 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
57m 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 Manchester, OH covers 40.2 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Willow Freeway, I 77, Manchester Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 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 $6.24 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 is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 40.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.1 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Parma, OH and Manchester, OH, road signs point toward Portage Lakes and State Park.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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