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...
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4h 14m
Distance
212.6 mi
342 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
34 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parma, OH
Daniel Fernandez
Woodville, OH
Denniz Futalan
The drive from Parma, OH to Woodville, OH covers 212.6 miles and takes about 4h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, Ridge Road, North South Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 169.4 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.80 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
106.3 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
This is a 4h 14m highway drive covering 212.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and Ridge Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 169.4 miles on I 71.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Ridge Road. You will hit about 15 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.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 212.6 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 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 132.4 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto SR 3 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 68: Wilmington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto US 68 / North South Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 169.4 mi | 3h 4m |
| Ridge Road | 14.8 mi | 24m |
| North South Street | 11.1 mi | 18m |
| US 68 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| SR 28 | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| I 271 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Bourbon Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Snow Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Woodville, OH.
Start on West 54th Street
Turn left onto Snow Road
Turn left onto SR 3
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 271
Merge onto I 71
Keep slight right at fork onto I 71
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 68
Turn right onto US 68
Turn right onto SR 28
Turn right onto SR 28
Turn left onto SR 28
Turn left onto SR 123; SR 133
Turn right onto SR 133
Continue on SR 133
Turn left onto CR 24
Arrive at destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.3 miles or 2h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodville, 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 212.6 miles and 4h 14m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.3 mi from Parma, OH · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 106.3 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 169.4 miles.
The final approach into Woodville, 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 Woodville, OH.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Regular Gas
$31.80 one way
$63.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $35.51 | $71.01 |
| premium | $4.79 | $40.09 | $80.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.23 | $94.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
34 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Wyndham Cleveland Airport - Tesla Supercharger
Cleveland, OH
12 DCFC
Pleasant Valley Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger
Parma, OH
12 DCFC
Circle K - Tesla Supercharger
Seville, OH
12 DCFC
Holiday Inn - Tesla Supercharger
Ashland, OH
12 DCFC
Polaris Towne Center - Tesla Supercharger
Columbus, OH
10 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Brooklyn, OH
8 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Strongsville, OH
8 DCFC
Great Lakes Service Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Broadview Heights, OH
8 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.32 | $10.20 |
| Efficient EV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.60 | $8.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85 | 1 | $29.76 | $13.61 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Parma on Monday
Local time
8:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Woodville on Monday
Local time
8:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Chance Rain Showers
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 4:08AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 3:50AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
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
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.
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