Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dayton, OH
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Russell, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Dayton, OH to Russell, OH is 57.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 27 minutes via US 35 and US 68, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Ohio. The drive is considered a mixed experience, offering a blend of highway speeds and more local road segments. It's a straightforward journey, making it a practical choice for a short day trip or an easy transit between these two areas without significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 35 | 16.4 mi | 23m |
| US 68 | 14.8 mi | 22m |
| Wilmington Bypass | 14 mi | 18m |
| High Street | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Anderson Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Welcome Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Russell Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Ludlow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, OH and Russell, OH.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn left onto SR 48
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 35
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 68
Take the ramp
Merge onto SR 73
Continue on SR 73
Turn right onto Welcome Road
Continue on Anderson Road
Turn left onto C-6
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Dayton, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 32.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 68: Home Avenue, Wilmington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 68
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward SR 73 East: Hillsboro
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.89 one way
$17.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
| premium | $4.91 | $11.07 | $22.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Dayton on Sunday
Local time
2:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Russell on Sunday
Local time
2:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
52°F
Wilmington, OH
29 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.
This 57.3-mile journey features a 54% highway share, meaning you'll experience a good portion of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.4 miles, primarily on US 35, allowing for a decent period of steady driving. As you progress, the route transitions, incorporating sections of US 68 and the Wilmington Bypass, which will likely feel different from the initial highway segments. Expect a mixed drive profile, blending efficient travel with more localized road experiences.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 4th Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Dayton, OH to Russell, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Wilmington along the way.
Wilmington
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 57.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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