How far is Parma, OH from Northwest, OH?
The driving distance from Parma, OH to Northwest, OH is about 172.2 miles (277.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.9 miles (252.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 31m 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.
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.
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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 Northwest.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parma and Northwest.
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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
1461 ft · 1 min · Ridge Road
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Turn left onto I 480 West: Toledo
1532 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Outerbelt South Freeway
13.4 mi · 17 min · Outerbelt South Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
148.9 mi · 2 hr 40 min · Ohio Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 49: Edon, Edgerton
2664 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
1567 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
4 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto County Road S
1.2 km · 2 min · County Road S
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Turn right onto County Road 4.75
555 ft · 17 sec · County Road 4.75
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Turn right
50 m · 13 sec
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Turn left
27 m · 6 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 Northwest.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Ohio Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Ohio Turnpike
149 mi · 02h 40m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Parma and Partly Sunny near Northwest.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parma to Northwest?
The road trip is about 172.2 miles (277.2 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?
Elmore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.9 miles from Parma and 86.3 miles from Northwest.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.9 miles (252.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 10:28 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.53 one way or $45.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Parma and Partly Sunny near Northwest.
Stop Ideas Near Elmore
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 Elmore.
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John D. Dingell Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parma and Northwest. Straight-line distance: 156.91 mi (252.53 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 Northwest
Township in Williams County, Ohio
| Population | 1,204 |
| Coordinates | 41.6917200, -84.7332900 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northwest (-84.73329, 41.69172)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $22.53 | $45.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $25.79 | $51.58 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $29.12 | $58.25 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $26.17 | $52.34 |
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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