Trip from South Russell, OH to Dayton, OH

Data updated 0 seconds ago

Drive Time

4h 10m

Distance

217 mi

349 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 57m ★

6 AM

4h 10m

8 AM

4h 36m

10 AM

4h 19m

12 PM

4h 17m

3 PM

4h 21m

5 PM

4h 35m

8 PM

4h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly

Google Maps Waze Apple Maps

Download GPX

South Russell, OH

Jovan Vasiljević

Dayton, OH

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

This 217-mile drive from South Russell, Ohio, to Dayton, Ohio, is easily manageable in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a straightforward journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $34, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, so expect consistent travel speeds. This drive is perfect for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so you'll experience consistent Midwestern landscapes throughout.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

108.5 miles from South Russell, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .

Loading map...

Drive Character

Get ready for a highway-focused experience, with 95% of this 217-mile trip taking place on major roadways like I-71 and I-271. You can expect long stretches of consistent driving, including an uninterrupted 110.2 miles on I-71. The West Freeway also contributes to the predominantly interstate nature of this route. This means you'll likely experience smooth, albeit sometimes monotonous, travel with minimal exposure to local roads. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficiency and direct travel.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 217 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8.6 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the ramp toward I 271 South, I 480 East

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 271 South, I 480 East

145 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Take the exit toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 109A Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton

145.3 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 670 West: Dayton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 670 West: Dayton

204.5 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in | SR 4

Take the exit onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 41 Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle

204.9 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in | SR 4

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4 toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton

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 South Russell, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward New Carlisle along the way.

New Carlisle

204.5 mi in | ~3h 52m | via SR 4

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 71	110.2 mi	1h 59m
West Freeway	54.2 mi	58m
I 271	24.3 mi	26m
SR 4	11.4 mi	14m
I 670	4.5 mi	5m
Cannon Road	4.5 mi	8m
Solon Road	1.7 mi	4m
Outerbelt East Freeway	1.1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 71 — 110.2 mi, about 1h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Russell, OH and Dayton, OH.

Start on Bell Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bell Road

Continue on Bell Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Bell Street

At end of road, turn left onto CR 35

109 ft · 3 sec · North Main Street

Turn slight right onto North Franklin Street

0.2 mi · 35 sec · North Franklin Street

Turn right onto CR 11

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Maple Street

Continue on CR 11

1.7 mi · 4 min · Solon Road

Turn right onto Cannon Road

3.7 mi · 6 min · Cannon Road

Continue on SR 175

0.8 mi · 1 min · Cannon Road

Continue on Rockside Road

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Rockside Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward I 271 South, I 480 East Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 480

0.6 mi · 42 sec · Outerbelt South Freeway

Merge onto I 271; I 480

1.1 mi · 1 min · Outerbelt East Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 271

24 mi · 26 min · I 271

Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 71

110 mi · 1 hr 59 min · I 71

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 109A Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 670 West: Dayton Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 670

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Northeast Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 670

4.5 mi · 5 min · I 670

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 70

54 mi · 58 min · West Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto SR 4

0.3 mi · 42 sec · SR 4

Exit 41 Toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 4

11 mi · 14 min · SR 4

Toward SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward SR 48: Main Street, Grand Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto SR 48

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

Use the left / straight lanes.

Arrive at destination

South Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour, 10-minute duration, departing South Russell in the morning will allow you to arrive in Dayton with plenty of daylight. Plan for one stop, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. The longest stretch without a break is over 110 miles, so be mindful of this when planning your comfort stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 110-mile mark on I-71, to ensure you have enough to reach a service area. Since this is a relatively short, single-day drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on traffic or your personal schedule.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 108.5 miles from South Russell, OH, or about 2h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.2 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 108.5 miles or 2h 7m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dayton, OH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving South Russell, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from South Russell, OH

This is one driving day of about 217 miles and 4h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Russell, OH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 110.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 108.5 mi from South Russell, OH · 2h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, OH

109 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

Mansfield, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mansfield, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108.5 miles from South Russell, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.2 miles.

Arriving in Dayton, OH

The final approach into Dayton, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dayton, OH.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.68 one way

$67.36 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$37.38	$74.75
premium	$4.91	$41.94	$83.88
diesel	$5.61	$47.91	$95.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 75.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	65.1	0	$22.78	$10.42
Efficient EV	54.3	0	$18.99	$8.68
EV Truck/SUV	86.8	1	$30.38	$13.89

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

South Russell, OH

Night in South Russell on Tuesday

Local time

10:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dayton, OH

Night in Dayton on Tuesday

Local time

10:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Mansfield, OH

109 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

13 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

4h 10m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from South Russell, OH to Dayton, OH covers 217 miles and takes about 4h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 71, West Freeway, I 271. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 108.5 miles from South Russell, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from South Russell, OH to Dayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward New Carlisle along the way.

Was this route helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Return Trip

Dayton, OH to South Russell, OH

Plan the drive back the other way.

217.3 mi 4h 10m

Explore more options from South Russell, OH or browse trips ending in Dayton, OH.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OH road trips.

Explore maps for South Russell, OH or Dayton, OH on MapSof.net.

Trip from South Russell, OH to Dayton, OH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Dayton, OH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

South Russell, OH

Dayton, OH

Same local time

13 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 10m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

Was this route helpful?

Explore More

Continue From Dayton, OH

More from South Russell, OH

More trips to Dayton, OH