How far is Gibson, OH from Parma, OH?
The driving distance from Gibson, OH to Parma, OH is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100 miles (161 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m 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 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Stark County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gibson and Parma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gibson and Parma.
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Start on Railroad Street
594 ft · 27 sec · Railroad Street
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Turn right onto Salem Road
2858 ft · 1 min · Salem Road
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Turn left onto Leatherwood Road
7.1 mi · 13 min · Leatherwood Road
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Turn sharp left onto East Pike Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · East Pike Road
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Take the ramp right
1908 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
40.8 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 250: Strasburg, Massillon
1543 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto South Wooster Avenue
3.2 mi · 4 min · South Wooster Avenue
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Continue straight
57.6 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence
1723 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto Rockside Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Rockside Road
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Continue on Snow Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Snow Road
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Turn left 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 Gibson and Parma.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Wooster Avenue
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57.6 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gibson and Showers And Thunderstorms near Parma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gibson to Parma?
The road trip is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Beach City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.3 miles from Gibson and 58.5 miles from Parma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100 miles (161 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 2:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.26 one way or $30.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Gibson and Showers And Thunderstorms near Parma.
Stop Ideas Near Beach City
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 Beach City.
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Elyria
Cleveland Lakefront station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gibson and Parma. Straight-line distance: 100.01 mi (160.95 km).
#1 Gibson
Township in Mercer County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 2,483 |
| Coordinates | 39.9764600, -81.4131700 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| 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: 188 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $15.26 | $30.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $17.48 | $34.95 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $19.73 | $39.47 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
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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