How far is Sullivan, OH from Parma, OH?
The driving distance from Sullivan, OH to Parma, OH is about 47 miles (75.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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 00h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lorain County, Ohio, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sullivan and Parma.
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Start on the route
16.5 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto Oberlin Elyria Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Oberlin Elyria Road
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Continue on Route 20
7.2 mi · 8 min · Route 20
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Continue on State Route 10
19.2 mi · 23 min · State Route 10
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Take the exit slight right toward Ridge Road
1532 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Ridge Road
1021 ft · 44 sec · Ridge Road
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Turn left onto Brookpark Road
3195 ft · 1 min · Brookpark Road
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Turn right onto West 54th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West 54th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 54th Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Route 10
Continue on State Route 10
19.2 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 Sullivan and Mostly Sunny near Parma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sullivan to Parma?
The road trip is about 47 miles (75.6 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Elyria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Sullivan and 23.5 miles from Parma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.15 one way or $12.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sullivan and Mostly Sunny near Parma.
Stop Ideas Near Elyria
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 Elyria.
Elyria
Cleveland Lakefront station
Sandusky
Alliance
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sullivan and Parma. Straight-line distance: 36.75 mi (59.14 km).
#1 Sullivan
Township of Ohio
| Population | 2,621 |
| Coordinates | 41.0281100, -82.2221000 |
| Altitude | 343 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Parma
The most populous city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| Population | 77,558 |
| Coordinates | 41.4047700, -81.7229100 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 54th Street (-81.722757, 41.40477)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.15 | $12.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $7.14 | $14.29 |
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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