How far is Parma, OH from Ashland, OH?

The driving distance from Parma, OH to Ashland, OH is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 48.3 miles (77.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m 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
56.34 mi
01h 12m
Flight
48.29 mi
77.71 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
48.29 mi
Kilometers
77.71 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
56.34 mi
Kilometers
90.67 km
Drive Time
01h 12m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ashland
Thu, Apr 23, 12:38 AM EDT
Return by in Parma
Thu, Apr 23, 1:51 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Parma
2026-04-22T23:25
Arrive Ashland
Thu, Apr 23, 12:38 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:13 AM to 11:13 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:04 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Parma
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
Gloria Glens Park
OH

Human settlement in Medina County, Ohio, United States of America

From Parma
28.1 mi
00h 36m
To Ashland
28.2 mi
00h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph NW
Destination
70°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West 54th Street

    14 m · 9 sec · West 54th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Snow Road

    3235 ft · 1 min · Snow Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Ridge Road

    14.8 mi · 24 min · Ridge Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right toward I 271 South: Wadsworth

    1521 ft · 37 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    3.5 mi · 4 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    33.7 mi · 36 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 250: Ashland, Wooster

    1891 ft · 1 min

  8. 8

    Turn left

    98 m · 5 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    3 mi · 5 min

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
10 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 271 South
37.4 mi · 66%
Ridge Road
14.8 mi · 26%
US 250
3.39 mi · 6%
Snow Road
0.61 mi · 1%
West 54th Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

I 271 South

Merge slight left

33.7 mi · 00h 36m

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 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.1 mi
48.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gloria Glens Park
00h 36m from Parma
Leave By
4:04 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Parma and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ashland.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?

Gloria Glens Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.1 miles from Parma and 28.2 miles from Ashland.

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

The direct path is about 48.3 miles (77.7 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:04 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.37 one way or $14.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Parma and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ashland.

Stop Ideas Near Gloria Glens Park

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Gloria Glens Park, 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 Gloria Glens Park.

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Elyria

38 mi away
410 East River Road
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Cleveland Lakefront station

52 mi away
200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
RAIL

Alliance

69 mi away
820 East Main Street
RAIL

Sandusky

81 mi away
1200 North Depot St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Parma and Ashland. Straight-line distance: 48.29 mi (77.71 km).

Parma

#1 Parma

The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Population77,558
Coordinates41.4047700, -81.7229100
Altitude264
CountryUnited States
Ashland

#2 Ashland

City in Ohio

Population19,973
Coordinates40.8686700, -82.3182200
Altitude325
CountryUnited States
Start: Parma (-81.72291, 41.40477)
End: Ashland (-82.31822, 40.86867)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 91 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 52m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.99 gal
7.53 L · about $7.37
Round trip
$14.75
3.98 gal · 15.06 L
Estimated CO2
17.7 kg one way
Round trip: 35.4 kg / 78 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $7.37 $14.75
Mid-grade $4.24 $8.44 $16.88
Premium $4.79 $9.53 $19.06
Diesel $4.30 $8.56 $17.13

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 Parma and Ashland. The current time is 23:25:33.

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.