How far is Parma, OH from Carlisle, OH?
The driving distance from Parma, OH to Carlisle, OH is about 139.2 miles (224.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.2 miles (187 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 43m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parma and Carlisle.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma and Carlisle.
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Start on West 54th Street
14 m · 5 sec · West 54th Street
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Turn right onto Snow Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Snow Road
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Continue on Rockside Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Rockside Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 77 South: Akron
1638 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
19.1 mi · 23 min · Willow Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on State Route 21
28.7 mi · 35 min · State Route 21
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Turn straight
9.8 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit right
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
55.9 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 78: Caldwell, Woodsfield
2128 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto McConnelsville Road
3045 ft · 55 sec · McConnelsville Road
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Continue on Woodsfield Road
8.8 mi · 13 min · Woodsfield Road
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Turn right onto Road Fork Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Road Fork Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Road Fork Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parma and Carlisle.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Route 21
Keep slight left
55.9 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Parma and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Carlisle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parma to Carlisle?
The road trip is about 139.2 miles (224.1 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Dover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.7 miles from Parma and 69.6 miles from Carlisle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.2 miles (187 km), while the road route adds roughly 23 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 12:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.19 one way or $36.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Parma and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Carlisle.
Stop Ideas Near Dover
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Port Washington Town Hall
Gnadenhutten Village Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dover.
Alliance
Elyria
Cleveland Lakefront station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parma and Carlisle. Straight-line distance: 116.17 mi (186.96 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 Carlisle
Village in the U.
| Population | 7,370 |
| Coordinates | 39.7456300, -81.3637300 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carlisle (-81.36373, 39.74563)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 224 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $18.19 | $36.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $20.83 | $41.66 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $23.52 | $47.04 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $21.13 | $42.27 |
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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