How far is Hambden, OH from Parma, OH?

The driving distance from Hambden, OH to Parma, OH is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
45.23 mi
00h 53m
Flight
32.9 mi
52.94 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
32.9 mi
Kilometers
52.94 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
45.23 mi
Kilometers
72.79 km
Drive Time
00h 53m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Parma
Wed, Apr 22, 10:08 PM EDT
Return by in Hambden
Wed, Apr 22, 11:01 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hambden
2026-04-22T21:15
Arrive Parma
Wed, Apr 22, 10:08 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 53m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:53 AM to 10:53 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hambden
9:30 PM EDT
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
Mayfield Heights
OH

City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States of America

From Hambden
20 mi
00h 26m
To Parma
25.2 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
64°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 mph NW
Destination
67°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North State Avenue

    40 m · 10 sec · North State Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway

    2.7 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

  3. 3

    Continue on North Hambden Street

    1 km · 1 min · North Hambden Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Center Street

    2515 ft · 1 min · Center Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Cherry Avenue

    899 ft · 33 sec · Cherry Avenue

  6. 6

    Continue on Wilson Mills Road

    9 mi · 16 min · Wilson Mills Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Caves Road

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Caves Road

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Mayfield Road

    4.7 mi · 9 min · Mayfield Road

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 271 South: Columbus

    1962 ft · 29 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 271 South: Columbus

    1865 ft · 33 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Outerbelt East Freeway

    6.5 mi · 8 min · Outerbelt East Freeway

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on US 422 East, I 480 West: Warren, Toledo

    1348 ft · 16 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on I 480 West: Toledo

    6.4 mi · 8 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  15. 15

    Merge slight right onto Outerbelt South Freeway

    3.5 mi · 4 min · Outerbelt South Freeway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 94: State Road

    1847 ft · 52 sec

  17. 17

    Turn left onto State Road

    1149 ft · 34 sec · State Road

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Brookpark Road

    1.1 km · 1 min · Brookpark Road

  19. 19

    Turn left onto West 54th Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · West 54th Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
20 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
44.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Wilson Mills Road
8.96 mi · 20%
I 480 West
7.73 mi · 17%
Outerbelt East Freeway
6.52 mi · 14%
Mayfield Road
4.74 mi · 10%
Outerbelt South Freeway
3.5 mi · 8%
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
2.72 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

Wilson Mills Road

Continue on Wilson Mills Road

8.96 mi · 00h 16m

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
00h 53m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.3 mi
32.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mayfield Heights
00h 26m from Hambden
Leave By
4:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Hambden 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 Hambden to Parma?

The road trip is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?

Mayfield Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20 miles from Hambden and 25.2 miles from Parma.

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

The direct path is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 4:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.93 one way or $11.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Hambden and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Parma.

Stop Ideas Near Mayfield Heights

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Mayfield Heights and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cleveland City Hall
Scenic stop 12.5 mi away

Cleveland City Hall

Cleveland , OH
601 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114
Rating 3.6/5 63 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
Cleveland Heights City Hall
Meeting point 5.3 mi away

Cleveland Heights City Hall

Cleveland Heights , OH
40 Severance Cir, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Rating 3.0/5 11 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mayfield Heights.

RAIL

Cleveland Lakefront station

20 mi away
200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
RAIL

Elyria

56 mi away
410 East River Road
RAIL

Alliance

73 mi away
820 East Main Street
RAIL

Sandusky

105 mi away
1200 North Depot St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hambden and Parma. Straight-line distance: 32.9 mi (52.94 km).

Hambden

#1 Hambden

Township in Geauga County, Ohio

Population4,713
Coordinates41.6042200, -81.1456500
Altitude398
CountryUnited States
Parma

#2 Parma

The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Population77,558
Coordinates41.4047700, -81.7229100
Altitude264
CountryUnited States
Start: North State Avenue (-81.146129, 41.60397)
End: West 54th Street (-81.722757, 41.40477)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 73 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 45m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.6 gal
6.04 L · about $5.93
Round trip
$11.86
3.2 gal · 12.08 L
Estimated CO2
14.2 kg one way
Round trip: 28.4 kg / 63 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $5.93 $11.86
Mid-grade $4.24 $6.79 $13.57
Premium $4.79 $7.66 $15.33
Diesel $4.30 $6.89 $13.77

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Hambden and Parma. The current time is 21:15:37.

Distance to Other Cities

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