Origin
Sandusky, OH
Late night in Sandusky on Saturday
Local time
5:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandusky, OH to Parma, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
59.4 mi
96 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandusky, OH
Valeria Boltneva
Parma, OH
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Trip Overview
Sandusky, OH to Parma, OH is 59.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 18 minutes via SR 2 and I-480, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Midwest, traversing Ohio for the entirety of its relatively short distance. Expect a straightforward drive that focuses on efficient travel between these two points. Given the short duration and modest mileage, this trip is ideal for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 59.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 80% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of SR 2, extending for 21.7 miles without interruption, offering a consistent pace. The transition to I-480 and the Ohio Turnpike will maintain this high-speed highway feel for most of the trip. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing direct travel with minimal detours off the main thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 2 and I 480. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.2 miles in near US 6 / Rye Beach Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.4 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 7.2 miles (US 6 / Rye Beach Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.1 miles (SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 6 / Rye Beach Road
Turn right onto US 6 / Rye Beach Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
34.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
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 145
Toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
6
35.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
42.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
7
57.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward Ridge Road
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 Sandusky, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Elyria along the way.
Elyria
34.8 mi in
|
~43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 2 | 21.7 mi | 23m |
| I 480 | 15 mi | 19m |
| Ohio Turnpike | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| OH-2 | 4 mi | 4m |
| East Perkins Avenue | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Cleveland Road West | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Columbus Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West 54th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
SR 2
— 21.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandusky, OH and Parma, OH.
1
Start on West Park Street
152 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Park Street
2
Continue on CR 120
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Columbus Avenue
3
Turn left onto CR 5
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East Perkins Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 6
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Cleveland Road West
5
Turn right onto US 6
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Rye Beach Road
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp onto US 6
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 6
7
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 2
22 mi
·
23 min
·
SR 2
8
Continue on SR 2
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
OH-2
9
Continue on I 90; SR 2
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 145
Toward SR 57: Lorain, Elyria
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 57
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Lorain Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
14
Merge onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Toward I 80 East: Cleveland
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 480
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 15
Toward Ridge Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto CR 10
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Ridge Road
18
Turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookpark Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto West 54th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 54th Street
20
Arrive at destination
West 54th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.7 mi from Sandusky, OH · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Sandusky, 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
$9.22 one way
$18.44 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $10.23 | $20.46 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.28
Ohio Turnpike
(5.5 mi)
$0.28
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Parma, OH
Late night in Parma on Saturday
Local time
5:27 AM
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
9 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 18m 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 Sandusky, OH to Parma, OH covers 59.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 2, I 480, Ohio Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.7 miles from Sandusky, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.22 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 59.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.2 miles (US 6 / Rye Beach Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.1 miles (SR 57 / Lorain Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sandusky, OH to Parma, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Elyria along the way.
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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