The drive from Parma, OH to Northwood, OH covers 258.3 miles and takes about 5h 16m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, SR 7, State Route 21 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 91.8 miles on I 77.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
129.1 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 35m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 16m. Total distance: 258.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 16m highway drive covering 258.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and SR 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 91.8 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and SR 7. 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 Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 258.3 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 4 miles (I 77 / Willow Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These 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
23.1 mi into trip|~30m in|SR 21 / State Route 21
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 21 / State Route 21
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
64.6 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|US 250
Take the exit onto US 250
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
71.2 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
173.6 mi into trip|~3h 23m in|US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athe...
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 Northwood, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Pomeroy along the way.
Pomeroy
173.6 mi in|~3h 23m|via US 50
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
91.8 mi
1h 38m
SR 7
40.3 mi
48m
State Route 21
28.7 mi
35m
State Route 7 South
21 mi
29m
Willow Freeway
19.1 mi
22m
Corridor D
10.2 mi
11m
US 62
9.8 mi
15m
US 250
9.6 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 91.8 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Northwood, 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 right at fork onto SR 21
29 mi·35 min·State Route 21
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Turn straight onto US 62; SR 21
9.8 mi·15 min·US 62; SR 21
8
Continue on US 250
3.0 mi·3 min·US 250
9
Take the exit onto US 250
6.6 mi·7 min·US 250
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
92 mi·1 hr 38 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
12
Turn right onto US 50
10 mi·11 min·Corridor D
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
0.6 mi·1 min·US 50
Toward US 50 West, SR 32 West, SR 7 South: Athens, Pomeroy
14
Merge onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
26 mi·30 min·US 50; SR 7; SR 32
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
9.6 mi·11 min
16
Continue on SR 7
14 mi·17 min·SR 7
17
Turn left onto SR 7
1.3 mi·2 min·2nd Avenue
18
At end of road, turn right onto SR 7
0.3 mi·26 sec·Vine Street
19
Continue on SR 7
0.8 mi·1 min·Garfield Avenue
20
Continue on SR 7
21 mi·29 min·State Route 7 South
21
Continue on SR 7
9.5 mi·14 min·Market Street
22
Turn left onto TR 1242
0.3 mi·43 sec·Kinley Avenue
23
At end of road, turn right onto CR 411
0.6 mi·1 min·Beulah Lane
24
Turn left onto Elm Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Elm Street
25
At end of road, turn right onto TR 1159
0.2 mi·51 sec·Ash Street
26
Arrive at destination
TR 1159
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 129.1 miles from Parma, OH, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.8 miles.
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 57 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.1 miles or 2h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Northwood, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parma, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 258.3 miles and 5h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Parma, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 91.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.1 mi from Parma, OH
· 2h 35m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 17.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.09 one way
$80.17 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg90 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$44.49
$88.98
premium
$4.91
$49.92
$99.84
diesel
$5.61
$57.03
$114.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
77.5
0
$27.12
$12.40
Efficient EV
64.6
0
$22.60
$10.33
EV Truck/SUV
103.3
1
$36.16
$16.53
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Parma, OH
Late night
in Parma on Friday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Northwood, OH
Late night
in Northwood on Friday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 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
5h 16m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Northwood, OH covers 258.3 miles and takes about 5h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, SR 7, State Route 21. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.1 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 $40.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 258.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles (I 77 / Willow Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (SR 21 / State Route 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles (US 250): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Parma, OH to Northwood, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Pomeroy along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
