How far is Defiance, OH from Mansfield, OH?
The driving distance from Defiance, OH to Mansfield, OH is about 121 miles (194.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Human settlement in Hancock County, Ohio, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Defiance and Mansfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Defiance and Mansfield.
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Start on Auglaize Street
8 m · 7 sec · Auglaize Street
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
1386 ft · 24 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Douglas Street
584 ft · 12 sec · Douglas Street
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Continue on Ottawa Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · Ottawa Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Ottawa Avenue;Cleveland Avenue
38 m · 2 sec · Ottawa Avenue
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Exit the rotary onto Ottawa Avenue
25.5 mi · 38 min · Ottawa Avenue
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Continue on North Perry Street
1033 ft · 18 sec · North Perry Street
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Turn straight onto North Elm Street
1474 ft · 30 sec · North Elm Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
20.8 mi · 32 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68, SR 15
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 68, SR 15: Kenton, Columbus
17.1 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
13.4 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
39.8 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 39: Springmill Street, Shelby
1898 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Springmill Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Springmill Street
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Turn slight right onto North Mulberry Street
2893 ft · 1 min · North Mulberry Street
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
659 ft · 24 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
157 m · 12 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Defiance and Mansfield.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 68
Take the exit slight right
39.8 mi · 00h 43m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Defiance to Mansfield?
The road trip is about 121 miles (194.8 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Vanlue is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.3 miles from Defiance and 59.8 miles from Mansfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.4 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 2:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.35 one way or $32.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Vanlue
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Defiance and Mansfield. Straight-line distance: 102.59 mi (165.1 km).
#1 Defiance
City in and the county seat of Defiance County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 16,482 |
| Coordinates | 41.2844900, -84.3557800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mansfield
The most populous city in Richland County, Ohio.
| Population | 46,125 |
| Coordinates | 40.7583900, -82.5154500 |
| Altitude | 379 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-82.515477, 40.758391)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 195 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.83 | $16.35 | $32.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $18.72 | $37.43 |
| Premium | $4.93 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $25.91 | $51.82 |
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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