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Trip from Parma, OH to Stony Prairie, OH

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 39m

Distance

83.1 mi

134 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in the northern Italian region of Emilia-Romagna

Parma, OH

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Downtown Stony Prairie, OH, OH

Stony Prairie, OH

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Trip Overview

This 83.1-mile drive from Parma to Stony Prairie, Ohio, is a straightforward journey that can be completed in about 1 hour and 39 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused experience, it's perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $13, making it an economical choice for a quick getaway within the Midwest region. You'll primarily be on the Ohio Turnpike, Outerbelt South Freeway, and Bypass Highway, offering a consistent and efficient travel experience.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

41.5 miles from Parma, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 83.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 92% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 59.5 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, so you'll experience extended periods of consistent speed and travel. This means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained freeways, which generally translates to a predictable and smooth driving experience. While not designed for scenic detours, the efficiency of this route allows you to cover ground quickly and directly.

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.
Ohio Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 59.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Outerbelt South Freeway. 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.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.1 miles you will encounter 15 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 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
1 mi into trip | ~2m in | 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
6
15.5 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 480

Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
8
76.2 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 91 Toward SR 53: Fremont, Port Clinton

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 Stony Prairie, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo and Port Clinton.

Ohio Turnpike

15.5 mi in | ~22m | via I 480

Toledo

15.5 mi in | ~22m | via I 480

Port Clinton

76.2 mi in | ~1h 28m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ohio Turnpike 59.5 mi 1h 3m
Outerbelt South Freeway 13.4 mi 16m
Bypass Highway 2.9 mi 3m
SR 53 2.7 mi 3m
I 480 1.2 mi 2m
West 54th Street 1 mi 2m
Brookpark Road 0.6 mi 1m
Terra Way 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Ohio Turnpike — 59.5 mi, about 1h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Stony Prairie, 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 right at fork onto I 480

1.2 mi · 2 min · I 480
Toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
7

Merge onto I 80

60 mi · 1 hr 3 min · Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 91 Toward SR 53: Fremont, Port Clinton Use the slight right lane.
9

Enter roundabout onto SR 53

13 ft · 0 sec · SR 53
10

Continue on SR 53

2.2 mi · 2 min · SR 53
11

Take the exit onto SR 53

0.5 mi · 59 sec · SR 53
12

Merge onto US 6; US 20; SR 19; SR 53

1.7 mi · 1 min · Bypass Highway
13

Keep slight left at fork onto US 6; SR 53

1.2 mi · 1 min · Bypass Highway
14

Enter roundabout onto Terra Way

198 ft · 11 sec · Terra Way
15

Continue on Terra Way

0.4 mi · 1 min · Terra Way
16

At end of road, turn left

313 ft · 24 sec
17

Turn right

239 ft · 18 sec
18

Turn right

451 ft · 32 sec
19

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 39 minutes, this route offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive with plenty of time for activities, or opt for a later departure. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps before you start the longest 59.5-mile stretch on the Ohio Turnpike to ensure you're comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the Turnpike, as services can be spaced out. This efficient drive is best tackled when you're ready to get from Parma to Stony Prairie with minimal fuss.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.5 miles from Parma, OH, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.5 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 18 miles or 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.5 miles or 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stony Prairie, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Parma, OH

This is one driving day of about 83.1 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Parma, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 59.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.5 mi from Parma, OH · 51m into the drive

Downtown Amherst, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Amherst, OH

42 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

North Olmsted, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vermilion-on-the-Lake, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.5 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Stony Prairie, OH

The final approach into Stony Prairie, 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

$12.90 one way

$25.79 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $14.31 $28.63
premium $4.91 $16.06 $32.12
diesel $5.61 $18.35 $36.69

Estimated Tolls: $2.98

Ohio Turnpike (59.5 mi) $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

$13

Tolls

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.9 0 $8.73 $3.99
Efficient EV 20.8 0 $7.27 $3.32
EV Truck/SUV 33.2 0 $11.63 $5.32

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Parma, OH

Night in Parma on Friday

Local time

11:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Stony Prairie, OH

Night in Stony Prairie on Friday

Local time

11:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

60°F

Amherst, OH

42 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

13 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

1h 39m 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 Stony Prairie, OH covers 83.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Ohio Turnpike, Outerbelt South Freeway, Bypass Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.5 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 $12.90 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 83.1 miles you will encounter 15 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.

Between Parma, OH and Stony Prairie, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo and Port Clinton.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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