How far is Forest, OH from Parma, OH?
The driving distance from Forest, OH to Parma, OH is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102 miles (164.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Ashland County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forest and Parma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest and Parma.
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Start on East Lima Street
1187 ft · 26 sec · East Lima Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Martin Street
664 ft · 19 sec · North Martin Street
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Turn left onto West Gage Street
1494 ft · 32 sec · West Gage Street
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Turn right onto Wells Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Wells Road
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Take the ramp right
1665 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
17.5 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
46.4 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cleveland
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
43.3 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight right
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 94: Wadsworth, North Royalton
1511 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto Ridge Road
14.9 mi · 25 min · Ridge Road
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Turn right onto Snow Road
3235 ft · 1 min · Snow Road
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Turn right onto West 54th Street
14 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forest and Parma.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Wells Road
Take the exit slight right
46.4 mi · 00h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Forest and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Parma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forest to Parma?
The road trip is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km) and usually takes 02h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mifflin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.6 miles from Forest and 69.2 miles from Parma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102 miles (164.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.49 one way or $34.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Forest and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Parma.
Stop Ideas Near Mifflin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mifflin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forest and Parma. Straight-line distance: 101.97 mi (164.1 km).
#1 Forest
Village in Ohio, United States
| Population | 1,444 |
| Coordinates | 40.8017200, -83.5104800 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Parma
The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| Population | 77,558 |
| Coordinates | 41.4047700, -81.7229100 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 54th Street (-81.722757, 41.40477)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $17.49 | $34.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.02 | $40.04 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $22.61 | $45.22 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $20.31 | $40.63 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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