Origin
Parma, OH
Late night in Parma on Thursday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
121.1 mi
195 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
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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North Baltimore, OH
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Spanning 121.1 miles across the Midwest, this drive from Parma to North Baltimore, Ohio, typically takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes to complete. Because of its manageable length, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion that won't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to make the trek comfortably. Navigating this route involves utilizing the Ohio Turnpike, Hayes Avenue, and the Outerbelt South Freeway. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this highway-focused drive offers a straightforward connection between these two Ohio locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.5 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Expect a trip defined by high-speed efficiency, as roughly 73% of your journey takes place on highways. The road's personality is primarily a consistent interstate grind, allowing you to maintain steady momentum for the majority of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Ohio Turnpike, where you will cover 59.5 miles without needing to exit. As you transition between the various segments of the Ohio Turnpike, Hayes Avenue, and the Outerbelt South Freeway, the drive maintains a functional, practical pace. You won't find many technical curves here; instead, you can count on a predictable, highway-heavy experience behind the wheel.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
278 ft
Total Descent
409 ft
Highest Point
862 ft
Elevation Range
279 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Hayes Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near SR 17 / Brookpark Road.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 121.1 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 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 10 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward I 480 West: Toledo
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward SR 53: Fremont, Port Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Parma, OH and North Baltimore, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo and Port Clinton.
Ohio Turnpike
Toledo
Port Clinton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 59.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| Hayes Avenue | 24.4 mi | 33m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 13.4 mi | 16m |
| I 75 | 11 mi | 11m |
| Bypass Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| SR 53 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| I 480 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West 54th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and North Baltimore, OH.
Start on West 54th Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17
Turn right onto CR 10
Turn left
Merge onto I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto SR 53
Continue on SR 53
Take the exit onto SR 53
Merge onto US 6; US 20; SR 19; SR 53
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6; SR 53
Enter roundabout onto US 6; SR 53
Continue on US 6; SR 53
Turn right onto US 6
Turn left
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Turn left onto CR 604
Turn right onto TR 34
Continue on East Broadway Street
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility, meaning you can depart whenever it suits your personal timeline. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is a good practice given the $18 estimated cost. Because the route is concentrated on major thoroughfares like the Ohio Turnpike, traffic flow is your primary consideration, so try to avoid peak commuting hours if you prefer a quieter drive. My best tip for this specific trip is to account for potential tolls on the Ohio Turnpike before you head out. With no required stops, you can easily power through the 121.1-mile distance in one go, making it an ideal route for those who prefer to reach their destination without unnecessary delays.
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.
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 27 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.5 miles or 1h 11m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Baltimore, OH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Parma, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 121.1 miles and 2h 29m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.5 mi from Parma, OH · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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.
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 60.5 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into North Baltimore, 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 North Baltimore, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$18.79 one way
$37.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $20.86 | $41.72 |
| premium | $4.91 | $23.40 | $46.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.74 | $53.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.98
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.4 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 | 36.3 | 0 | $12.72 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.60 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.95 | $7.75 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Parma on Thursday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in North Baltimore on Thursday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
52°F
Bellevue, OH
61 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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