How far is Medina, OH from Parma, OH?

Fastest route

The distance between Medina, Ohio 44256 and Parma, Ohio is approximately 27.3 miles (or 43.9 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 39 minutes. Here are the directions to reach Parma from Medina.

Directions

  1. Start from Medina, Ohio 44256.
  2. Head north on N Spring Grove St toward E Union St.
  3. Turn right onto E Union St.
  4. Turn left onto OH-3/Weymouth Rd.
  5. Turn left to merge onto I-71 N toward Cleveland.
  6. Continue on I-71 N and take exit 15 from I-480 E.
  7. Use the right two lanes to take exit 238 to merge onto I-480 E toward Youngstown.
  8. Take exit 15 for Ridge Rd toward US-42.
  9. Follow Ridge Rd until you reach Snow Rd in Parma.
  10. Continue straight to stay on Ridge Rd.
  11. Pass by Arby's (on the right).

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸš— Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic congestion.
  • β›½ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Use a reliable GPS navigation system or smartphone app to stay on track.
  • 🚧 Stay alert for road signs and follow the indicated routes.
  • πŸ“± Consider enabling real-time traffic updates on your navigation device or app.
  • β˜• Take a short break if needed at one of the rest areas along the way.
  • πŸ“ž In case of emergencies or any issues, have roadside assistance contact information handy.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
27.87 mi
00h 36m
Flight
19.8 mi
31.87 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
19.8 mi
Kilometers
31.87 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
27.87 mi
Kilometers
44.86 km
Drive Time
00h 36m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Parma
Wed, May 13, 7:22 AM EDT
Return by in Medina
Wed, May 13, 7:59 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Medina
2026-05-13T06:45
Arrive Parma
Wed, May 13, 7:22 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:37 AM to 7:37 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:16 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Medina
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Hinckley
OH

Township in Medina County, Ohio

From Medina
11.3 mi
00h 18m
To Parma
16.6 mi
00h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63Β°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
15 to 18 mph W
Destination
65Β°F
Wednesday

Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
16 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Court Street

    39 m Β· 9 sec Β· South Court Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Public Square

    116 m Β· 7 sec Β· Public Square

  3. 3

    Continue on East Washington Street

    575 ft Β· 13 sec Β· East Washington Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto South Jefferson Street

    122 m Β· 9 sec Β· South Jefferson Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East Liberty Street

    1655 ft Β· 30 sec Β· East Liberty Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Weymouth Road

    6.2 mi Β· 9 min Β· Weymouth Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Weymouth Road

    1.9 mi Β· 4 min Β· Weymouth Road

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Ridge Road

    13.2 mi Β· 22 min Β· Ridge Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Snow Road

    3235 ft Β· 1 min Β· Snow Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto West 54th Street

    14 m Β· 1 sec Β· West 54th Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· West 54th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Medina 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
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
39.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Ridge Road
13.2 mi Β· 47%
Weymouth Road
8.15 mi Β· 29%
Snow Road
0.61 mi Β· 2%
East Liberty Street
0.31 mi Β· 1%
East Washington Street
0.11 mi
South Jefferson Street
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

Ridge Road

Turn left onto Ridge Road

13.2 mi Β· 00h 22m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 36m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.1 mi
19.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hinckley
00h 18m from Medina
Leave By
7:16 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Medina 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 Medina to Parma?

The road trip is about 27.9 miles (44.9 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Hinckley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.3 miles from Medina and 16.6 miles from Parma.

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

The direct path is about 19.8 miles (31.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.63 one way or $7.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Medina and Rain Showers near Parma.

Stop Ideas Near Hinckley

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Hinckley, 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 Hinckley.

RAIL

Cleveland Lakefront station

30 mi away
200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
RAIL

Elyria

33 mi away
410 East River Road
RAIL

Alliance

65 mi away
820 East Main Street
RAIL

Sandusky

84 mi away
1200 North Depot St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Medina and Parma. Straight-line distance: 19.8 mi (31.87 km).

Medina

#1 Medina

City in and county seat of Medina County, Ohio

Population9,118
Coordinates41.1383900, -81.8637500
Altitude332
CountryUnited States
Parma

#2 Parma

The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Population77,558
Coordinates41.4047700, -81.7229100
Altitude264
CountryUnited States
Start: South Court Street (-81.863993, 41.13839)
End: West 54th Street (-81.722757, 41.40477)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 45 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 55m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 41m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 33m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.98 gal
3.72 L Β· about $3.63
Round trip
$7.26
1.96 gal Β· 7.44 L
Estimated CO2
8.7 kg one way
Round trip: 17.4 kg / 38 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $3.63 $7.26
Mid-grade $4.24 $4.16 $8.31
Premium $4.79 $4.69 $9.39
Diesel $4.30 $4.22 $8.44

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 Β· May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Medina and Parma. The current time is 06:45:34.

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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.