Origin
Russell, OH
Morning in Russell on Saturday
Local time
7:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russell, OH to Beavercreek, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
50.2 mi
81 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russell, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Beavercreek, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Russell, OH to Beavercreek, OH covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 73, US 68, Xenia Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.7 miles on SR 73. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 50.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 16m highway drive covering 50.2 miles, with most of the trip on SR 73 and US 68. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.7 miles on SR 73.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 73 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 73 and US 68. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Anderson Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Anderson Road): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.9 miles (US 68): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Anderson Road
At end of road, turn right onto Anderson Road
Navigation decision point
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward US 68: Wilmington, Xenia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 68: Wilmington, Xenia
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 68
Turn right onto US 68
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
39.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the ramp toward US 35 West: Dayton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
5
49 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward SR 835 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 44
Toward SR 835 West
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Russell, OH to Beavercreek, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Xenia along the way.
Xenia
24.6 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 73 | 19.7 mi | 26m |
| US 68 | 14.8 mi | 22m |
| Xenia Bypass | 9 mi | 11m |
| Anderson Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Welcome Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| North Fairfield Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Russell Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 73
— 19.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell, OH and Beavercreek, OH.
1
Start on C-6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Russell Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Anderson Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Anderson Road
3
Continue on Welcome Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Welcome Road
4
Turn left onto SR 73
20 mi
·
26 min
·
SR 73
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward US 68: Wilmington, Xenia
6
Turn right onto US 68
15 mi
·
22 min
·
US 68
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 35 West: Dayton
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto US 35
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Xenia Bypass
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 44
Toward SR 835 West
10
Turn left onto North Fairfield Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Fairfield Road
11
Arrive at destination
North Fairfield Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Russell, OH · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Russell, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beavercreek, OH
The final approach into Beavercreek, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.79 one way
$15.58 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $8.65 | $17.29 |
| premium | $4.91 | $9.70 | $19.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.08 | $22.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Beavercreek, OH
Morning in Beavercreek on Saturday
Local time
7:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 16m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Russell, OH to Beavercreek, OH covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 73, US 68, Xenia Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.1 miles from Russell, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Anderson Road): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.9 miles (US 68): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Russell, OH to Beavercreek, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Xenia along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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