Origin
South Russell, OH
Afternoon in South Russell on Saturday
Local time
3:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Trip from South Russell, OH to Toledo, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
130.5 mi
210 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Russell, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Toledo, OH
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Trip Overview
South Russell, OH to Toledo, OH is 130.5 miles and takes about 2h 40m via Ohio Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Ohio, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip perfect for a single-day journey. Expect a smooth ride on major interstates, making it an efficient way to get from the Cleveland area to Toledo. You'll likely find it a no-fuss drive, ideal when you just need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.2 miles from South Russell, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 79.6 mi | 1h 25m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 18.8 mi | 23m |
| I 280 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| I 480N | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Cannon Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Route 422 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Solon Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| I 480 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 79.6 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Russell, OH and Toledo, OH.
1
Start on Bell Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bell Road
2
Continue on Bell Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bell Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 35
109 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Turn slight right onto North Franklin Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Franklin Street
5
Turn right onto CR 11
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Maple Street
6
Continue on CR 11
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Solon Road
7
Turn right onto Cannon Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Cannon Road
8
Turn left onto Harper Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Harper Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 422 West: Cleveland
10
Merge onto US 422
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 422
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 480 East, I 271 South, I 480 West: Columbus, Cleveland, Toledo
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
13
Continue on I 480N
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 480N
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
15
Merge onto I 480
19 mi
·
23 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 480
Toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
17
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 71
Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
20
Continue on I 280
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
I 280
21
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 9
Toward SR 65
22
Continue on SR 65
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Craig Bridge Street
23
Turn left onto SR 65
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Summit Street
24
Turn right onto SR 120
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Street
25
Turn left onto East Bancroft Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bancroft Street
26
Arrive at destination
West Bancroft Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short distance of 130.5 miles and a driving time of under 3 hours, this trip is easily completed in one day. Aim to leave South Russell in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. The longest stretch without a major exit is the 79.6 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, planning for one stop for gas and a break should be sufficient for this journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.2 miles from South Russell, OH, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.6 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 29 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.2 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toledo, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Russell, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 130.5 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 Ohio Turnpike for about 79.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.2 miles from South Russell, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Ohio Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 117.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 35 / North Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto CR 35 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
6.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward US 422 West: Cleveland
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward US 422 West: Cleveland
6
35.5 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Ohio Turnpike, Toledo
8
116.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 71
Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
6
117.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 280 North: Toledo, Detroit
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.25 one way
$40.51 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $22.48 | $44.96 |
| premium | $4.91 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.81 | $57.63 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.98
Ohio Turnpike
(79.6 mi)
$3.98
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.70 | $6.26 |
| Efficient EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.42 | $5.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.27 | $8.35 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Toledo, OH
Afternoon in Toledo on Saturday
Local time
3:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 16 mph
68% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
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
2h 40m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey utilizing major interstates. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, particularly the 79.6-mile segment on the Ohio Turnpike. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, minimizing time spent on slower local roads. While largely interstate driving, it offers a predictable and direct path, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the 2h 40m trip.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.6 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Outerbelt South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near CR 35 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 130.5 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 1.4 miles (CR 35 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 35.5 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Russell, OH and Toledo, OH, road signs point toward Cleveland, Ohio Turnpike and Detroit.
Cleveland
8.8 mi in
|
~18m
Ohio Turnpike
35.5 mi in
|
~51m
|
via I 480
Detroit
116.3 mi in
|
~2h 19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 130.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.6 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.98 in tolls one way, starting with Ohio Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Toledo, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (CR 35 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 35.5 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Toledo, OH before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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