How far is Parma, OH from Avon, OH?
The driving distance from Parma, OH to Avon, OH is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parma and Avon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma and Avon.
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Start on West 54th Street
1.5 km · 3 min · West 54th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Brookpark Road
3195 ft · 1 min · Brookpark Road
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Turn right onto Ridge Road
3.1 mi · 7 min · Ridge Road
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Turn left onto Denison Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Denison Avenue
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Turn left onto Lorain Avenue
89 m · 14 sec · Lorain Avenue
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Turn right onto West Boulevard
1041 ft · 32 sec · West Boulevard
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Take the ramp sharp left toward I 90 West: Toledo
1221 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northwest Freeway
13.7 mi · 17 min · Northwest Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 83: Avon, Avon Lake
1079 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto Center Road
2313 ft · 55 sec · Center Road
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Turn right onto Detroit Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Detroit Road
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Turn right onto Colorado Avenue
39 m · 10 sec · Colorado Avenue
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Turn left
19 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parma and Avon.
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.
Northwest Freeway
Merge slight left onto Northwest Freeway
13.7 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Parma and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near Avon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parma to Avon?
The road trip is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?
Rocky River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Parma and 10.7 miles from Avon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.78 one way or $5.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Parma and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near Avon.
Stop Ideas Near Rocky River
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cleveland City Hall
Parma City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rocky River.
Cleveland Lakefront station
Elyria
Sandusky
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parma and Avon. Straight-line distance: 16.51 mi (26.57 km).
#1 Parma
The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| Population | 77,558 |
| Coordinates | 41.4047700, -81.7229100 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Avon
City in Ohio, United States
| Population | 23,745 |
| Coordinates | 41.4517100, -82.0354200 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: Avon (-82.03542, 41.45171)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $2.78 | $5.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $3.59 | $7.19 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $3.23 | $6.46 |
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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