How far is Palmdale, CA from Russ, CA?
The driving distance from Palmdale, CA to Russ, CA is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 31m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Census-designated place in Los Angeles County
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palmdale and Russ.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmdale and Russ.
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Start on East Palmdale Boulevard
654 ft · 16 sec · East Palmdale Boulevard
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Continue on East Palmdale Boulevard
732 ft · 26 sec · East Palmdale Boulevard
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Turn left onto Sierra Highway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Sierra Highway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sierra Highway
1 mi · 1 min · Sierra Highway
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Take the exit right toward CA 14 South: Los Angeles
2557 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Antelope Valley Freeway
3.2 mi · 3 min · Antelope Valley Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Santiago Road
1107 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Santiago Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Santiago Road
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Turn right onto Soledad Canyon Road
10.4 mi · 18 min · Soledad Canyon Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Soledad Canyon Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palmdale and Russ.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Soledad Canyon Road
Turn right onto Soledad Canyon Road
10.4 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Palmdale and Sunny near Russ.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palmdale to Russ?
The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km) and usually takes 00h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Vincent is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Palmdale and 10.3 miles from Russ.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.57 one way or $9.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Palmdale and Sunny near Russ.
Stop Ideas Near Vincent
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vincent.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmdale and Russ. Straight-line distance: 14.86 mi (23.91 km).
#1 Palmdale
The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
| Population | 150,498 |
| Coordinates | 34.5794300, -118.1164600 |
| Altitude | 810 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russ
Located at an elevation of 2014 feet within Los Angeles County, this small unincorporated community is situated in the rugged, high desert terrain of Soledad Canyon.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.4397200, -118.3148000 |
| Altitude | 614 |
| Country | United States |
End: Russ (-118.3148, 34.43972)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $6.26 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
| Mid-grade | $6.50 | $4.74 | $9.49 |
| Premium | $6.69 | $4.88 | $9.77 |
| Diesel | $8.41 | $6.14 | $12.28 |
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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