How far is Richfield, OH from Parma, OH?

The driving distance from Richfield, OH to Parma, OH is about 15.3 miles (24.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 12.2 miles (19.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
15.32 mi
00h 22m
Flight
12.22 mi
19.66 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
12.22 mi
Kilometers
19.66 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
15.32 mi
Kilometers
24.66 km
Drive Time
00h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Parma
Wed, Apr 22, 7:55 PM EDT
Return by in Richfield
Wed, Apr 22, 8:17 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Richfield
2026-04-22T19:32
Arrive Parma
Wed, Apr 22, 7:55 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:22 AM to 7:22 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:46 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Richfield
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Independence
OH

City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

From Richfield
7.6 mi
00h 11m
To Parma
7.6 mi
00h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph NW
Destination
67°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Richfield and Parma.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Richfield and Parma.

  1. 1

    Start on West Streetsboro Road

    24 m · 10 sec · West Streetsboro Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Brecksville Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Brecksville Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward I 77 North: Cleveland, Akron

    1773 ft · 43 sec

  4. 4

    Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Cleveland

    1939 ft · 47 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway

    8 mi · 10 min · Willow Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward Rockside Road, Seven Hills, Independence

    1723 ft · 45 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Rockside Road

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Rockside Road

  8. 8

    Continue on Snow Road

    1.7 mi · 4 min · Snow Road

  9. 9

    Turn left onto West 54th Street

    14 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Richfield and Parma.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
10 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
65.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Willow Freeway
8 mi · 52%
Rockside Road
2.56 mi · 17%
Brecksville Road
2.36 mi · 15%
Snow Road
1.66 mi · 11%
I 77 North
0.7 mi · 5%
West Streetsboro Road
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Willow Freeway

Merge slight left onto Willow Freeway

8 mi · 00h 10m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 22m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.1 mi
12.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Independence
00h 11m from Richfield
Leave By
7:46 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Richfield and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Parma.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Richfield to Parma?

The road trip is about 15.3 miles (24.7 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Independence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Richfield and 7.6 miles from Parma.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 12.2 miles (19.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.00 one way or $4.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Richfield and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Parma.

Stop Ideas Near Independence

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Independence and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cleveland City Hall
Scenic stop 11.5 mi away

Cleveland City Hall

Cleveland , OH
601 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114
Rating 3.6/5 63 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
Parma City Hall
Meeting point 5.2 mi away

Parma City Hall

Cleveland , OH
6611 Ridge Rd, Cleveland, OH 44129
Rating 3.4/5 27 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.3 mi away

Brunswick City Hall Recreation

Brunswick , OH
Brunswick, OH 44212
Recreation center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Independence.

RAIL

Cleveland Lakefront station

16 mi away
200 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway
RAIL

Elyria

38 mi away
410 East River Road
RAIL

Alliance

67 mi away
820 East Main Street
RAIL

Sandusky

90 mi away
1200 North Depot St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Richfield and Parma. Straight-line distance: 12.22 mi (19.66 km).

Richfield

#1 Richfield

Township in Summit County, Ohio

Population3,647
Coordinates41.2397800, -81.6381800
Altitude351
CountryUnited States
Parma

#2 Parma

The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Population77,558
Coordinates41.4047700, -81.7229100
Altitude264
CountryUnited States
Start: West Streetsboro Road (-81.63818, 41.239787)
End: West 54th Street (-81.722757, 41.40477)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 25 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 22m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 18m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 13m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 11m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.54 gal
2.05 L · about $2.00
Round trip
$4.00
1.08 gal · 4.1 L
Estimated CO2
4.8 kg one way
Round trip: 9.6 kg / 21 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.71 $2.00 $4.00
Mid-grade $4.24 $2.29 $4.58
Premium $4.79 $2.59 $5.17
Diesel $4.30 $2.32 $4.65

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Ohio · Apr 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Richfield and Parma. The current time is 19:32:59.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.