How far is Lorain, OH from Parma Heights, OH?
The driving distance from Lorain, OH to Parma Heights, OH is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.3 miles (35.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Lorain County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lorain and Parma Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorain and Parma Heights.
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Start on Hamilton Avenue
720 ft · 37 sec · Hamilton Avenue
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Turn left onto West 21st Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West 21st Street
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Turn right onto Broadway
2392 ft · 47 sec · Broadway
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Turn left onto East 28th Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East 28th Street
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Turn right onto Grove Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Grove Avenue
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Continue on Lorain Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Lorain Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Toll: Ohio Turnpike
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Cleveland
2692 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
5.5 mi · 6 min · Ohio Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on I 480 East: Cleveland
12.2 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward West 150th Street, West 130th Street, Brook Park
997 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Brookpark Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Brookpark Road
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Turn right onto Chevrolet Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · Chevrolet Boulevard
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Continue on Stumph Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Stumph Road
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Turn left onto Pearl Road
1698 ft · 1 min · Pearl Road
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Turn right onto Olde York Road
754 ft · 33 sec · Olde York Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Olde York Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lorain and Parma Heights.
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.
I 480 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 480 East: Cleveland
12.2 mi · 00h 16m
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 Lorain and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Parma Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lorain to Parma Heights?
The road trip is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
North Ridgeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Lorain and 15 miles from Parma Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.3 miles (35.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.93 one way or $7.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Lorain and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Parma Heights.
Stop Ideas Near North Ridgeville
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 North Ridgeville.
Elyria
Cleveland Lakefront station
Sandusky
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lorain and Parma Heights. Straight-line distance: 22.33 mi (35.94 km).
#1 Lorain
The most populous city in Lorain County, Ohio.
| Population | 63,872 |
| Coordinates | 41.4528200, -82.1823700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Parma Heights
City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 19,644 |
| Coordinates | 41.3900500, -81.7595800 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: Parma Heights (-81.75958, 41.39005)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.93 | $7.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $4.50 | $8.99 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $5.08 | $10.15 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $4.56 | $9.12 |
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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