Origin
Parma, OH
Night in Parma on Friday
Local time
9:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to McKinley Heights, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
64 mi
103 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
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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McKinley Heights, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
The drive from Parma, OH to McKinley Heights, OH covers 64 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ohio Turnpike, Willow Freeway, SR 5 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.5 miles on Ohio Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 64 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m 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 25m highway drive covering 64 miles, with most of the trip on Ohio Turnpike and Willow Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 35.5 miles on Ohio Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 35.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Willow Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near I 77 / Willow Freeway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64 miles you will encounter 13 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 4 miles (I 77 / Willow Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 77 / Willow Freeway
Merge onto I 77 / Willow Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
11.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 146
Toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo
7
12.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
8
13.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 East: Youngstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
7
48.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward SR 5
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 209
Toward SR 5
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 McKinley Heights, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown and Toledo.
Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown
11.8 mi in
|
~17m
Toledo
11.8 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 35.5 mi | 38m |
| Willow Freeway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| SR 5 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| South Street Southwest | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Youngstown Warren Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Market Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Rockside Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Snow Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 35.5 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and McKinley Heights, 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
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Willow Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 146
Toward I 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, Toledo
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 80: Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on this road
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
9
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
this road
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 80 East: Youngstown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 80
36 mi
·
38 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 209
Toward SR 5
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
14
Turn straight
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
15
Continue on SR 5
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 5
16
Take the exit
497 ft
·
12 sec
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
18
Turn straight onto West Market Street
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
West Market Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 422
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Street Southwest
20
Continue on US 422
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Youngstown Warren Road
21
Turn left onto Garland Street
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Garland Street
22
Arrive at destination
Garland Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32 mi from Parma, OH · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McKinley Heights, OH
The final approach into McKinley 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
$9.93 one way
$19.87 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $11.02 | $22.05 |
| premium | $4.91 | $12.37 | $24.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.13 | $28.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.78
Ohio Turnpike
(35.5 mi)
$1.78
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.96 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
McKinley Heights, OH
Night in McKinley Heights on Friday
Local time
9:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Windham, OH
32 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
17 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 25m 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 McKinley Heights, OH covers 64 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, Willow Freeway, SR 5. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32 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 $9.93 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 64 miles you will encounter 13 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 4 miles (I 77 / Willow Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Parma, OH and McKinley Heights, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown and Toledo.
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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