The drive from Parma, OH to Wolfhurst, OH covers 129 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 250, State Route 21, Willow Freeway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.6 miles on US 250.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.02 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.5 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 129 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 54m highway drive covering 129 miles, with most of the trip on US 250 and State Route 21. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.6 miles on US 250.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 250 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 250 and State Route 21. 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 Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 129 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 15 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
81.2 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|US 250; SR 800
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800 toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Denniso...
6
105.4 mi into trip|~2h 19m in|SR 9 / South Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 9 / South Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
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 Wolfhurst, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Newcomerstown
81.1 mi in|~1h 43m|via US 250; SR 800
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 250
42.6 mi
54m
State Route 21
28.7 mi
35m
Willow Freeway
19.1 mi
22m
US 62
9.8 mi
15m
National Road East
6.4 mi
9m
Cadiz-New Athens Road
5.9 mi
8m
Fairpoint New Athens Road
3.7 mi
5m
Provident Fairpoint Road
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 250
— 42.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Wolfhurst, 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 right at fork onto US 250
9.9 mi·10 min·US 250
11
Take the exit onto US 250; SR 800
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 36, US 250, SR 800: Dennison-Cadiz, Newcomerstown
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 250; SR 800
1.7 mi·2 min·US 250; SR 800
Toward US 250 East, SR 800 South: Cadiz-Dennison
13
Turn left onto US 250
21 mi·30 min·US 250
14
Turn left onto Deersville Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Deersville Avenue
15
Continue on US 250; SR 9
0.2 mi·17 sec·West Market Street
16
Turn right onto SR 9
0.2 mi·21 sec·South Main Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto SR 9
75 ft·1 sec·South Street
18
Turn right onto SR 9
0.2 mi·19 sec·Saint Clair Avenue
19
Continue on SR 9
5.9 mi·8 min·Cadiz-New Athens Road
20
Continue on SR 9
0.9 mi·1 min·North Main Street
21
Continue on SR 9
1.3 mi·1 min·Saint Clairsville-New Athens Road
22
Continue on SR 9
3.7 mi·5 min·Fairpoint New Athens Road
23
Continue on SR 9
1.2 mi·1 min·Main Street
24
Continue on SR 9
2.4 mi·3 min·Provident Fairpoint Road
25
Continue on SR 9
0.5 mi·40 sec·Maple Avenue
26
Continue on SR 9
0.1 mi·11 sec·Newell Avenue
27
Turn right onto SR 9
423 ft·14 sec·North Marietta Street
28
Turn left onto US 40
0.9 mi·1 min·East Main Street
29
Continue on US 40
6.4 mi·9 min·National Road East
30
Arrive at destination
US 40
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.5 miles from Parma, OH, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.6 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 28 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.5 miles or 1h 25m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wolfhurst, 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 129 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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 US 250 for about 42.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.5 mi from Parma, OH
· 1h 25m into the drive
The midpoint is around 64.5 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wolfhurst, OH
The final approach into Wolfhurst, 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 Wolfhurst, 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
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.02 one way
$40.04 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg45 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$22.22
$44.44
premium
$4.91
$24.93
$49.86
diesel
$5.61
$28.48
$56.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
38.7
0
$13.54
$6.19
Efficient EV
32.3
0
$11.29
$5.16
EV Truck/SUV
51.6
0
$18.06
$8.26
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Parma, OH
Night
in Parma on Thursday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Wolfhurst, OH
Night
in Wolfhurst on Thursday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
West Chester, OH
65 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
8 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 54m 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 Wolfhurst, OH covers 129 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 250, State Route 21, Willow Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.5 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 $20.02 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 129 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 Wolfhurst, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Newcomerstown along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
