Origin
Parma, OH
Late night in Parma on Saturday
Local time
3:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Parma, OH to New London, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
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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New London, OH
Willemijn Doelman
Trip Overview
The drive from Parma, OH to New London, OH covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Outerbelt South Freeway, SR 60, Route 20/State Route 301 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.4 miles on Outerbelt South Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 52.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m 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 1h 12m highway drive covering 52.4 miles, with most of the trip on Outerbelt South Freeway and SR 60. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.4 miles on Outerbelt South Freeway.
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.
Outerbelt South Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Outerbelt South Freeway and SR 60. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near SR 17 / Brookpark Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 1 miles (SR 17 / Brookpark Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (CR 10 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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SR 17 / Brookpark Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 10 / Ridge Road
Turn right onto CR 10 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 480 West: Toledo
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
15.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
SR 10 / State Route 10
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 10 / State Route 10 toward SR 10 West: Norwalk, Oberlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 10 West: Norwalk, Oberlin
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 New London, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Oberlin along the way.
Oberlin
15.5 mi in
|
~22m
|
via SR 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 13.4 mi | 16m |
| SR 60 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Route 20/State Route 301 | 7 mi | 8m |
| State Route 10 | 6 mi | 6m |
| River Street | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Oberlin Elyria Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Kipton East Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Route 20 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Outerbelt South Freeway
— 13.4 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and New London, OH.
1
Start on West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookpark Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto CR 10
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 480 West: Toledo
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 480
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 10
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 10
Toward SR 10 West: Norwalk, Oberlin
7
Continue on US 20; SR 301
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Route 20/State Route 301
8
Continue on US 20
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Oberlin Elyria Road
9
Continue on US 20
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Kipton East Road
10
Turn straight onto US 20
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Oberlin-Norwalk Road
11
Continue on US 20
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 20
12
Continue on US 20
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Main Street
13
Turn left onto SR 60
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
River Street
14
Turn left onto SR 18
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
SR 18
15
Continue on SR 60
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 60
16
Continue on SR 162
185 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Main Street
17
Turn left
47 ft
·
4 sec
18
Turn left
48 ft
·
3 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Parma, OH · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 26.2 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New London, OH
The final approach into New London, 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
$8.13 one way
$16.26 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.03 | $18.05 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.13 | $20.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
New London, OH
Late night in New London on Saturday
Local time
3:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Lagrange, OH
26 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
9 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 12m 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 New London, OH covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Outerbelt South Freeway, SR 60, Route 20/State Route 301. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 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 $8.13 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 52.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 1 miles (SR 17 / Brookpark Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (CR 10 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Parma, OH to New London, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Oberlin 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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