How far is Russell, OH from Hamilton, OH?
The driving distance from Russell, OH to Hamilton, OH is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Clermont County, Ohio
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Russell and Hamilton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell and Hamilton.
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Start on Russell Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Russell Road
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Turn right
31.2 mi · 47 min
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Turn left onto Milford Parkway
2639 ft · 46 sec · Milford Parkway
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Take the ramp right toward I 275 North
2429 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left onto Circle Freeway
17.1 mi · 20 min · Circle Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 4: Fairfield, Springdale
1921 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 4: Fairfield, Hamilton
124 m · 14 sec
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Merge slight left onto Springfield Pike
1278 ft · 29 sec · Springfield Pike
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Continue on Dixie Highway
2 mi · 3 min · Dixie Highway
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Turn right onto Bypass 4
4.4 mi · 6 min · Bypass 4
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Turn left onto SR 129 West: Hamilton
1577 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Butler County Veterans Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Butler County Veterans Highway
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Continue on High Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · High Street
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Continue on High Street
69 m · 15 sec · High Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · High Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Russell and Hamilton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn right
31.2 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Russell and Mostly Sunny near Hamilton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Russell to Hamilton?
The road trip is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km) and usually takes 01h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Day Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.4 miles from Russell and 27.2 miles from Hamilton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.52 one way or $15.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Russell and Mostly Sunny near Hamilton.
Stop Ideas Near Day Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Wyoming City Hall
Red Bike Station: Newport City Hall
Tower Park Mess Hall
Dayton City Building
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Day Heights.
Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Maysville
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Russell and Hamilton. Straight-line distance: 46.22 mi (74.39 km).
#1 Russell
Township in Geauga County, Ohio
| Population | 5,177 |
| Coordinates | 39.2195100, -83.7285300 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hamilton
The most populous city in Butler County, Ohio.
| Population | 62,148 |
| Coordinates | 39.3995000, -84.5613400 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: High Street (-84.56131, 39.399555)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.52 | $15.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $9.72 | $19.45 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $8.74 | $17.47 |
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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