How far is Howard, OH from Mansfield, OH?
The driving distance from Howard, OH to Mansfield, OH is about 37 miles (59.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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Halfway Point
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Township in Portage County, Ohio
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Howard and Mansfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Howard and Mansfield.
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Start on the route
82 m · 22 sec
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Turn left onto Coshocton Road
8.4 mi · 14 min · Coshocton Road
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Turn left onto North Park Street
105 m · 8 sec · North Park Street
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Turn right onto East High Street
1455 ft · 34 sec · East High Street
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Turn right onto North Gay Street
105 m · 12 sec · North Gay Street
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Turn left onto East Chestnut Street
1340 ft · 54 sec · East Chestnut Street
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Turn right onto North Sandusky Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Sandusky Street
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Continue on Cassell Road
16 mi · 18 min · Cassell Road
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Continue on Riverside Drive
10.1 mi · 15 min · Riverside Drive
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Turn right onto East 1st Street
127 m · 18 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn left onto South Diamond Street
885 ft · 26 sec · South Diamond Street
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Turn left onto Park Avenue East
116 m · 22 sec · Park Avenue East
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Turn left onto South Main Street
18 m · 1 sec · South 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 Howard and Mansfield.
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.
Cassell Road
Continue on Cassell Road
16 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Sunny leaving Howard and Sunny near Mansfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Howard to Mansfield?
The road trip is about 37 miles (59.6 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Palmyra is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.5 miles from Howard and 18.5 miles from Mansfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.85 one way or $9.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Howard and Sunny near Mansfield.
Stop Ideas Near Palmyra
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 Palmyra.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Howard and Mansfield. Straight-line distance: 26.18 mi (42.14 km).
#1 Howard
Township in Knox County, Ohio
| Population | 6,023 |
| Coordinates | 40.4075600, -82.3268200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| 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: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.85 | $9.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $5.56 | $11.11 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $6.27 | $12.55 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $5.64 | $11.28 |
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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