Origin
Toledo, OH
Morning in Toledo on Sunday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Toledo, OH to South Russell, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
130.1 mi
209 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
★
6 AM
2h 40m
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.
Toledo, OH
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South Russell, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
This 130.1-mile drive from Toledo, OH to South Russell, OH is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect the trip to take about 2 hours and 40 minutes, with a fuel cost estimated around $20. The majority of your travel, 89% of it, will be on highways, including significant portions of the Ohio Turnpike and I-480. Given its manageable length and focus on major roadways, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. You'll be staying within the Midwest region, traveling entirely within Ohio.
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 miles from Toledo, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Turnpike | 86.2 mi | 1h 32m |
| I 480 | 20.3 mi | 26m |
| Miles Road | 5.5 mi | 12m |
| I 75 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Outerbelt South Freeway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Collingwood Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Bentleyville Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Orange Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 86.2 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo, OH and South Russell, OH.
1
Start on West Bancroft Street
52 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Bancroft Street
2
Turn right onto Collingwood Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Collingwood Boulevard
3
Turn slight right onto CR 562
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Sunrise Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 75 South: Dayton
5
Merge onto I 75
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
I 75
6
Continue on I 75
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 75
Exit 200
Toward South Avenue
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward SR 795, I 80, I 90: Perrysburg
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80, I 90
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 80 East, I 90 East: Cleveland
10
Merge onto I 80; I 90
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Ohio Turnpike
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480
20 mi
·
26 min
·
I 480
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.8 mi
·
2 min
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 480
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 480N
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Outerbelt South Freeway
Toward I 271 North, US 422: Erie Pennsylvania, Warren
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 1
Toward Miles Road, North Randall, Bedford Heights
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto CR 11
5.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Miles Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn slight left onto Bentleyville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bentleyville Road
19
Continue on Bentleyville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bentleyville Road
20
Continue on CR 35
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Orange Street
21
Keep slight right at fork onto Mill Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mill Street
22
Continue on Cleveland Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Cleveland Street
23
Turn left onto Bell Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bell Street
24
Continue on Bell Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bell Road
25
Arrive at destination
Bell Road
Trip Plan
Since this 130.1-mile trip takes under three hours, you have a lot of flexibility. Consider departing in the morning to make the most of your day, with an estimated fuel cost of $20 for the journey. The longest stretch is 86.2 miles on the Ohio Turnpike, so plan for a fuel or rest stop before or after this segment. While the drive is primarily highway, keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the Cleveland metropolitan area on I-480. A single stop should be sufficient for this relatively short distance.
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 miles from Toledo, OH, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.2 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 29 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 13m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Russell, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH
This is one driving day of about 130.1 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Toledo, 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 86.2 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 miles from Toledo, 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 86.2 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 7 and 121.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward SR 795, I 80, I 90: Perrysburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 795, I 80, I 90: Perrysburg
8
7.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80, I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80, I 90
8
94.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
I 480
Keep slight right at fork onto I 480 toward I 480 East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 151
Toward I 480 East: Cleveland
8
120.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
|
I 480N / Outerbelt South Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 480N / Outerbelt South Freeway toward I 271 North, US 422: Erie Pennsylvania, Warren
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 271 North, US 422: Erie Pennsylvania,...
8
121.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward Miles Road, North Randall, Bedford Heights
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 1
Toward Miles Road, North Randall, Bedford Heigh...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.19 one way
$40.38 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $22.41 | $44.82 |
| premium | $4.91 | $25.14 | $50.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.72 | $57.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.31
Ohio Turnpike
(86.2 mi)
$4.31
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
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.5 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 | 0 | $13.66 | $6.24 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.38 | $5.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52 | 0 | $18.21 | $8.33 |
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
South Russell, OH
Morning in South Russell on Sunday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 degrees cooler 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
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 116.6
Caution: Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 89% of the drive utilizing major interstates and turnpikes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 86.2 miles along the Ohio Turnpike, so expect periods of consistent speed and relatively straightforward navigation. While primarily highway, the route incorporates I-480 and Miles Road, which might offer slight variations in scenery and traffic patterns as you approach your destination. This drive is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic detours.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.2 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and I 480. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
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 15 significant decision points across 130.1 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 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.6 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Toledo, OH and South Russell, OH, road signs point toward Warren, Randall and Bedford Heights.
Warren
120.9 mi in
|
~2h 19m
|
via I 480N
Randall
121.3 mi in
|
~2h 20m
Bedford Heights
121.3 mi in
|
~2h 20m
About the Cities
Starting in Toledo, OH
Full guide →Toledo is a city of approximately 266,000 people (2026) in northwestern Ohio's Lucas County, on the Maumee River at the edge of Lake Erie. Leveraging its history as an industrial powerhouse, Toledo has preserved cultural institutions that rival larger cities like Chicago. The city's identity is shaped by its diverse population; as of recent data, the community is approximately 59% White, 27% Black or African American, and 9% Hispanic/Latino, creating a rich multicultural fabric particularly evident in its culinary and arts districts.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 130.1 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 86.2 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.31 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 South Russell, 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 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.6 miles (I 480): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Russell, OH before heading back.
How this page is built
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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