Origin
Plain, OH
Afternoon in Plain on Friday
Local time
1:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plain, OH to Parma, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
56.3 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plain, OH
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Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 56.3-mile drive from Plain, OH to Parma, OH is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 16 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With 87% of the journey on highways, you'll cover significant ground quickly. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $9, which is quite budget-friendly. This route is focused on efficient travel within the Midwest region, primarily utilizing I 77 for the bulk of your journey. You won't need an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 56.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 56.3-mile trip, with 87% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 77. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 47.4 miles on I 77, which means consistent speed and minimal stops. The drive primarily consists of efficient interstate travel, with brief transitions onto roads like Rockside Road and Malone Parkway Northeast as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of direct transit rather than a scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and Rockside Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
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 56.3 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 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.1 miles (I 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North: Akron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 77 North: Akron
6
22.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 77
Take the exit onto I 77
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 125B
8
22.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North, I 76 West: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 77 North, I 76 West: Cleveland
6
25.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
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 155
Toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Plain, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Seven Hills and Independence.
Seven Hills
52.1 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Independence
52.1 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 47.4 mi | 57m |
| Rockside Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Malone Parkway Northeast | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| 30th Street Northeast | 1.7 mi | 5m |
| Snow Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Atlantic Boulevard Northeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Harrisburg Avenue Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cliftmont Avenue Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 47.4 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plain, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on Cliftmont Avenue Northeast
319 ft
·
18 sec
·
Cliftmont Avenue Northeast
2
Turn left onto TR 202
1.7 mi
·
5 min
·
30th Street Northeast
3
Enter roundabout onto Harrisburg Avenue Northeast
9 ft
·
0 sec
·
Harrisburg Avenue Northeast
4
Continue on Harrisburg Avenue Northeast
425 ft
·
13 sec
·
Harrisburg Avenue Northeast
5
Turn left onto US 62
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 62
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Malone Parkway Northeast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 77 North: Akron
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 77
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 77
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
I 77
Exit 125B
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I 77
Toward I 77 North, I 76 West: Cleveland
Use the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
27 mi
·
31 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 155
Toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto Rockside Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Rockside Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on Snow Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Snow Road
15
Turn left onto West 54th Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 54th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.1 mi from Plain, OH · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.1 miles from Plain, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Parma, OH
The final approach into Parma, 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
$8.74 one way
$17.48 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.70 | $19.39 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.88 | $21.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.43 | $24.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.93 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.88 | $3.60 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Parma, OH
Afternoon in Parma on Friday
Local time
1:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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 16m 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 Plain, OH to Parma, OH covers 56.3 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, Rockside Road, Malone Parkway Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.1 miles from Plain, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.74 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 56.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.1 miles (I 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Plain, OH and Parma, OH, road signs point toward Seven Hills and Independence.
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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