How far is Parma, OH from Jefferson, OH?
The driving distance from Parma, OH to Jefferson, OH is about 148.9 miles (239.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.7 miles (197.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 55m 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 57m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parma and Jefferson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma and Jefferson.
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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
112.1 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 70 East: Wheeling
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto East Freeway
3 mi · 4 min · East Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 33 East: Lancaster
1514 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on College Avenue
1779 ft · 30 sec · College Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Southeast Expressway
8.8 mi · 11 min · Southeast Expressway
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Continue on Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
1 km · 49 sec · Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
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Take the exit slight right toward Hill Road, Diley Road
2397 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Diley Road
1249 ft · 24 sec · Diley Road
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Continue on Hill Road Northwest
1310 ft · 40 sec · Hill Road Northwest
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Turn left onto Waterloo Road Northwest
1.4 km · 1 min · Waterloo Road Northwest
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Turn left onto Winchester Road Northwest
2 mi · 3 min · Winchester Road Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Winchester Road Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parma and Jefferson.
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
112 mi · 02h 02m
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 near Jefferson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parma to Jefferson?
The road trip is about 148.9 miles (239.7 km) and usually takes 02h 57m 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?
Bellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.4 miles from Parma and 74.5 miles from Jefferson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.7 miles (197.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 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 12:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.49 one way or $38.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Parma and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jefferson.
Stop Ideas Near Bellville
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 Bellville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parma and Jefferson. Straight-line distance: 122.65 mi (197.39 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 Jefferson
County in Ohio, United States
| Population | 1,821 |
| Coordinates | 39.8139500, -82.7607300 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jefferson (-82.76073, 39.81395)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 240 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $19.49 | $38.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $22.31 | $44.63 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $25.20 | $50.39 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $22.64 | $45.28 |
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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