How far is Parma, OH from Bethel, OH?
The driving distance from Parma, OH to Bethel, OH is about 164.7 miles (265 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 15m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Portage County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parma and Bethel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma and Bethel.
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Start on West 54th Street
14 m · 9 sec · West 54th Street
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Turn left onto Snow Road
3235 ft · 1 min · Snow Road
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Turn left onto Ridge Road
14.8 mi · 24 min · Ridge Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 271 South: Wadsworth
1521 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
3.5 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left
113.2 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Keep slight right
22.7 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 56: Mount Sterling, London
1456 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto London-Circleville Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · London-Circleville Road
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Turn right onto Federal Street
6.6 mi · 12 min · Federal Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Federal Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parma and Bethel.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 271 South
Merge slight left
113 mi · 02h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Parma and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bethel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parma to Bethel?
The road trip is about 164.7 miles (265 km) and usually takes 03h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Palmyra is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.3 miles from Parma and 82.4 miles from Bethel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.53 one way or $43.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Parma and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bethel.
Stop Ideas Near Palmyra
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 Palmyra.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parma and Bethel. Straight-line distance: 145.16 mi (233.61 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 Bethel
Bethel is a place in Ohio, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.7303400, -83.3935300 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bethel (-83.39353, 39.73034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $21.53 | $43.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $24.65 | $49.29 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $27.83 | $55.66 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $25.01 | $50.01 |
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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