How far is Parma, OH from Dalton, OH?
The driving distance from Parma, OH to Dalton, OH is about 49 miles (78.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m 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 01h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parma and Dalton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma and Dalton.
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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
9.2 mi · 11 min · State Route 21
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 585: Wooster
2248 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
5.5 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Mount Eaton Road North
2.8 mi · 5 min · Mount Eaton Road North
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Continue on North Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Mount Eaton Road North
6.3 mi · 10 min · Mount Eaton Road North
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Continue on North Church Street
3168 ft · 1 min · North Church Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
913 ft · 24 sec · West Main Street
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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 Dalton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Willow Freeway
Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway
19.1 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Parma and Sunny near Dalton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parma to Dalton?
The road trip is about 49 miles (78.8 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Copley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.5 miles from Parma and 24.5 miles from Dalton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.41 one way or $12.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Parma and Sunny near Dalton.
Stop Ideas Near Copley
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 Copley.
Cleveland Lakefront station
Elyria
Alliance
Sandusky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parma and Dalton. Straight-line distance: 41.88 mi (67.4 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 Dalton
Village in Wayne County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 1,891 |
| Coordinates | 40.7989400, -81.6954100 |
| Altitude | 336 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dalton (-81.69541, 40.79894)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.41 | $12.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $7.34 | $14.68 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $8.29 | $16.57 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $7.45 | $14.89 |
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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