How far is Genoa, OH from Parma, OH?

The driving distance from Genoa, OH to Parma, OH is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
53.05 mi
01h 03m
Flight
45 mi
72.42 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
45 mi
Kilometers
72.42 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.05 mi
Kilometers
85.37 km
Drive Time
01h 03m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Parma
Fri, Nov 6, 5:34 PM EST
Return by in Genoa
Fri, Nov 6, 6:38 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Genoa
2026-11-06T16:30
Arrive Parma
Fri, Nov 6, 5:34 PM EST
Route Timing
01h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM EST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:22 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Genoa
9:30 PM EST
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Paxton
OH

Former village in Clermont County, Ohio, United States

From Genoa
26.5 mi
00h 31m
To Parma
26.6 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Friday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
3 to 10 mph W
Destination
53°F
Friday

Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
7 to 12 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Genoa and Parma.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Genoa and Parma.

  1. 1

    Start on Southway Street Southwest

    1.8 mi · 4 min · Southway Street Southwest

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Walnut Road Southeast

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Walnut Road Southeast

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest

    45.7 mi · 55 min · Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence

    1723 ft · 45 sec

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Rockside Road

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Rockside Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Snow Road

    1.7 mi · 4 min · Snow Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto West 54th Street

    14 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Genoa and Parma.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest
45.7 mi · 86%
Rockside Road
2.56 mi · 5%
Southway Street Southwest
1.76 mi · 3%
Snow Road
1.66 mi · 3%
Walnut Road Southeast
1.32 mi · 2%
West 54th Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest

Turn right onto Great Lakes Boulevard Northwest

45.7 mi · 00h 55m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.1 mi
45 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Paxton
00h 31m from Genoa
Leave By
4:22 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Genoa and Rain Showers near Parma.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Genoa to Parma?

The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?

Paxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Genoa and 26.6 miles from Parma.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 45 miles (72.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.44 one way or $14.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Genoa and Rain Showers near Parma.

Stop Ideas Near Paxton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Paxton, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Paxton.

RAIL

Elyria

46 mi away
410 East River Road
RAIL

Cleveland Lakefront station

46 mi away
200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
RAIL

Alliance

53 mi away
820 East Main Street
RAIL

Sandusky

94 mi away
1200 North Depot St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Genoa and Parma. Straight-line distance: 45 mi (72.42 km).

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#1 Genoa

Situated in the northeastern region of Ohio, this unincorporated community is located within Perry Township in Stark County.

Population0
Coordinates40.7828400, -81.4665100
Altitude346
CountryUnited States
Parma

#2 Parma

The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Population77,558
Coordinates41.4047700, -81.7229100
Altitude264
CountryUnited States
Start: Southway Street Southwest (-81.466514, 40.782743)
End: West 54th Street (-81.722771, 41.404771)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 85 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.87 gal
7.09 L · about $7.44
Round trip
$14.88
3.74 gal · 14.18 L
Estimated CO2
16.6 kg one way
Round trip: 33.2 kg / 73 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.98 $7.44 $14.88
Mid-grade $4.56 $8.53 $17.06
Premium $5.10 $9.54 $19.08
Diesel $6.39 $11.95 $23.90

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Ohio · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Genoa and Parma. The current time is 16:30:49.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.