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...
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
93.5 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parma, OH
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Woodville, OH
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Parma, OH to Woodville, OH is 93.5 miles and takes about 1h 49m via Ohio Turnpike, Outerbelt South Freeway, and US 20, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the Midwest, specifically within Ohio for its entirety. It's a straightforward, mostly highway drive, making it a convenient option for a quick relocation or a short excursion. Expect a practical journey with minimal fuss, ideal if you're looking for efficiency over extensive sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.8 miles from Parma, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 93.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 59.5 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. The route transitions from the Outerbelt South Freeway to US 20, maintaining a high-speed profile for most of the 1h 49m duration. Prepare for a driving experience characterized by efficiency and steady progress, rather than winding country lanes or frequent town detours.
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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.5 miles you will encounter 11 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17 / Brookpark Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 10 / Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward I 480 West: Toledo
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Parma, OH and Woodville, OH, road signs point toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo and Port Clinton.
Ohio Turnpike
Toledo
Port Clinton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 59.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 13.4 mi | 16m |
| US 20 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| SR 53 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Bypass Highway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| I 480 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West 54th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Brookpark Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Parma, OH and Woodville, OH.
Start on West 54th Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17
Turn right onto CR 10
Turn left
Merge onto I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto SR 53
Continue on SR 53
Take the exit onto SR 53
Merge onto US 6; US 20; SR 19; SR 53
Keep slight right at fork onto US 20
Arrive at destination
Given the short 1h 49m drive time and 93.5-mile distance, you have considerable flexibility with departure times. Leaving Parma, OH in the morning will get you to Woodville, OH well before lunch, leaving your afternoon open. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it’s wise to ensure your tank is at least half-full before starting, as the longest stretch without services is on the Ohio Turnpike. Take advantage of the manageable drive by leaving whenever it suits you best, and plan for a brief stop if needed, perhaps before the extended turnpike section.
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.
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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.8 miles or 56m 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 29m
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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Parma, OH
This is one driving day of about 93.5 miles and 1h 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.8 mi from Parma, OH · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.8 miles from Parma, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
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.
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.
Regular Gas
$14.51 one way
$29.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $16.10 | $32.21 |
| premium | $4.91 | $18.07 | $36.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.64 | $41.29 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$15
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.82 | $4.49 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.09 | $5.98 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Parma on Friday
Local time
9:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Woodville on Friday
Local time
9:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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