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Trip from Parma, OH to Utica, OH

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

2h 13m

Distance

105.4 mi

170 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 4m ★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m

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

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Parma, OH

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Downtown Utica, OH, OH

Utica, OH

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Trip Overview

The drive from Parma, OH to Utica, OH covers 105.4 miles and takes about 2h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 71, SR 13, Ridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.8 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.36 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

52.7 miles from Parma, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 105.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 13m highway drive covering 105.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and SR 13. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.8 miles on I 71.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and SR 13. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near SR 3 / Ridge Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 105.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 70 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

6
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | SR 3 / Ridge Road

Turn left onto SR 3 / Ridge Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
19.2 mi into trip | ~30m in | I 71

Merge onto I 71

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
70 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Take the exit toward SR 13: Bellville, Mansfield

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 169 Toward SR 13: Bellville, Mansfield
6
93.8 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in | SR 13 / West Chestnut Street

Turn left onto SR 13 / West Chestnut Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
105.2 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in | North Central Avenue

Turn right onto North Central Avenue

Navigation decision point

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 Utica, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.

Mansfield

70 mi in | ~1h 25m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 71 50.8 mi 54m
SR 13 23.3 mi 28m
Ridge Road 14.8 mi 24m
Newark Road 10.1 mi 15m
I 271 3.5 mi 4m
Snow Road 0.6 mi 1m
North Main Street 0.5 mi 1m
North Mulberry Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 71 — 50.8 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Utica, OH.

1

Start on West 54th Street

47 ft · 8 sec · West 54th Street
2

Turn left onto Snow Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Snow Road
3

Turn left onto SR 3

15 mi · 24 min · Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 271 South: Wadsworth
5

Merge onto I 271

3.5 mi · 4 min · I 271
6

Merge onto I 71

51 mi · 54 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 56 sec
Exit 169 Toward SR 13: Bellville, Mansfield Use the slight right lane.
8

Turn left onto SR 13

23 mi · 28 min · SR 13
Use the straight lane.
9

Turn left onto SR 13

0.1 mi · 25 sec · West Chestnut Street
Use the left lane.
10

Turn right onto North Mulberry Street

0.3 mi · 37 sec · North Mulberry Street
11

Turn left onto SR 13

378 ft · 4 sec · Phillips Drive
12

Turn right onto SR 13

0.3 mi · 19 sec · South Main Street
13

Continue on SR 13

10 mi · 15 min · Newark Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Continue on SR 13

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
15

Turn left onto Church Street

398 ft · 19 sec · Church Street
16

Turn right onto North Central Avenue

0.2 mi · 38 sec · North Central Avenue
17

Arrive at destination

South Central Avenue

Trip Plan

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 52.7 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.8 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 23 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Utica, 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 105.4 miles and 2h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Parma, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 50.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 52.7 mi from Parma, OH · 1h 6m into the drive

Downtown Mansfield, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

53 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

Medina, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashland, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52.7 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Utica, OH

The final approach into Utica, 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 Utica, OH.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 10.9
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.36 one way

$32.72 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $18.15 $36.31
premium $4.91 $20.37 $40.74
diesel $5.61 $23.27 $46.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.6 0 $11.07 $5.06
Efficient EV 26.4 0 $9.22 $4.22
EV Truck/SUV 42.2 0 $14.76 $6.75

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Parma, OH

Evening in Parma on Thursday

Local time

8:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Utica, OH

Evening in Utica on Thursday

Local time

8:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Mansfield, OH

53 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

23 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

2h 13m 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 Utica, OH covers 105.4 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, SR 13, Ridge Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.7 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 $16.36 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 105.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.6 miles (SR 3 / Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles (I 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 70 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Parma, OH to Utica, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

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