Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
34 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Russell, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Akron to South Russell is 34 miles and takes about 51 minutes via Akron Expressway and I-271, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Ohio for both departure and arrival. You'll find this drive to be primarily highway-focused, making it a straightforward and quick journey. It's ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a significant time commitment. Plan for a smooth, uninterrupted trip with minimal detours.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 34 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This route is largely highway-focused, with 64% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Akron Expressway and Interstate 271, offering a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.9 miles on the Akron Expressway, allowing for a sustained drive. While predominantly highway, the route incorporates segments of Cannon Road, offering a slight variation in scenery and driving feel as you approach your destination. Expect a functional and direct driving experience for the majority of this trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Akron Expressway and I 271. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Mill Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 34 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Mill Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (SR 8 / Akron Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles (I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto East Mill Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Merge onto SR 8 / Akron Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 480 West: Rockside Road, Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Rockside Road, Bedford Heights
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto South Franklin Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Akron, OH and South Russell, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland and Bedford Heights.
Cleveland
Bedford Heights
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Expressway | 14.9 mi | 18m |
| I 271 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Cannon Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Solon Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| East Washington Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Bell Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Mill Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, OH and South Russell, OH.
Start on West Bowery Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto East Mill Street
Continue on East Mill Street
Turn right onto South Union Street
Turn left onto East Buchtel Avenue
Turn left onto Fountain Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto SR 8
Take the exit
Merge onto I 271
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
Take the exit
Turn right onto Rockside Road
Continue on Cannon Road
At end of road, turn right onto Cannon Road
At end of road, turn left onto Solon Road
Continue on CR 11
At end of road, turn left onto South Franklin Street
Turn right onto East Washington Street
Turn left onto Ridgewood Road
Turn right onto Bell Street
Continue on Bell Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Akron, OH · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Akron, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into South Russell, OH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.28 one way
$10.55 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $5.86 | $11.71 |
| premium | $4.91 | $6.57 | $13.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Akron on Saturday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in South Russell on Saturday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
50°F
Macedonia, OH
17 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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