How far is Cuyahoga Falls, OH from Russell, OH?
The driving distance from Cuyahoga Falls, OH to Russell, OH is about 203.7 miles (327.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177.5 miles (285.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Delaware County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cuyahoga Falls and Russell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cuyahoga Falls and Russell.
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Start on 2nd Street
8 m · 8 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Broad Boulevard
797 ft · 22 sec · Broad Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward SR 8 South, SR 59 West
1203 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Akron Expressway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Akron Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East, I 76 West, I 77 North: Youngstown, Barberton, Cleveland
603 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 West, I 77 North: Barberton, Cleveland
3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kenmore Expressway
19.8 mi · 24 min · Kenmore Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Columbus
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
101.8 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Keep slight right
12.5 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62, SR 3: Harrisburg
2515 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Harrisburg Pike
10 mi · 14 min · Harrisburg Pike
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Keep slight right to continue on East Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn straight onto Columbus-Washington C H Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Columbus-Washington C H Road
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Continue on State Route 3
12.2 mi · 18 min · State Route 3
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Continue on Columbus Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · Columbus Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Columbus Avenue
2479 ft · 42 sec · Columbus Avenue
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Continue on East Court Street
1 km · 1 min · East Court Street
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Turn slight left onto Leesburg Avenue
25.5 mi · 38 min · Leesburg Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
6.4 mi · 10 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Russell Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Russell Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Russell Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cuyahoga Falls and Russell.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 71 South
Merge slight left
102 mi · 01h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Cuyahoga Falls and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Russell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cuyahoga Falls to Russell?
The road trip is about 203.7 miles (327.8 km) and usually takes 04h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Berkshire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.8 miles from Cuyahoga Falls and 101.8 miles from Russell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177.5 miles (285.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.64 one way or $53.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Cuyahoga Falls and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Russell.
Stop Ideas Near Berkshire
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cuyahoga Falls and Russell. Straight-line distance: 177.55 mi (285.74 km).
#1 Cuyahoga Falls
The most populous city in Summit County, Ohio.
| Population | 49,005 |
| Coordinates | 41.1339400, -81.4845600 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russell
Township in Geauga County, Ohio
| Population | 5,177 |
| Coordinates | 39.2195100, -83.7285300 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| Country | United States |
End: Russell (-83.72853, 39.21951)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 328 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.71 | $26.64 | $53.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $30.50 | $61.00 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $34.44 | $68.88 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $30.95 | $61.89 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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