Origin
South Russell, OH
Late night in South Russell on Saturday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
147.5 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Russell, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Columbus, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH covers 147.5 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bell Street, North Main Street, North Franklin Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
73.8 miles from South Russell, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 147.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 25m drive with frequent turns across 147.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bell Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 2h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bell Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| North Franklin Street | — | — |
| Maple Street | — | — |
| Solon Road | — | — |
| Cannon Road | — | — |
| Rockside Road | — | — |
| I 271 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bell Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Russell, OH and Columbus, 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 the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Turn slight right onto North Franklin Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Franklin Street
5
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Maple Street
6
Continue on Solon Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Solon Road
7
Turn right onto Cannon Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cannon Road
8
Continue on Cannon Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cannon Road
9
Continue on Rockside Road
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Rockside Road
10
Take the ramp left toward I 271 South, I 480 East
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 271 South, I 480 East
11
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt South Freeway
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
12
Merge slight left onto Outerbelt East Freeway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outerbelt East Freeway
13
Keep slight left
24 mi
·
26 min
14
Merge slight left
110 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 670 West: Dayton
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 670 West: Dayton
17
Merge slight left onto Northeast Freeway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
18
Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Freeway
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
19
Turn straight onto North Third Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Third Street
20
Turn right onto East State Street
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
East State Street
21
Turn right
89 ft
·
7 sec
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 73.8 miles from South Russell, OH, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
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 32 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.8 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, 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 147.5 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from South Russell, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.8 mi from South Russell, OH · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.8 miles from South Russell, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, OH
The final approach into Columbus, 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 Columbus, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.89 one way
$45.78 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $25.41 | $50.81 |
| premium | $4.91 | $28.51 | $57.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.57 | $65.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.49 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.91 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.65 | $9.44 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Columbus, OH
Late night in Columbus on Saturday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Mansfield, OH
74 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
17 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 25m 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 South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH covers 147.5 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bell Street, North Main Street, North Franklin Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.8 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 $22.89 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.
The drive from South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH is easy. At 2h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Russell, OH to Columbus, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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