How far is Mansfield, OH from Chillicothe, OH?
The driving distance from Mansfield, OH to Chillicothe, OH is about 114.5 miles (184.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.5 miles (163.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
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.
City in Franklin County, Ohio, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mansfield and Chillicothe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield and Chillicothe.
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Start on South Main Street
4.6 mi · 7 min · South Main Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Columbus
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
61.2 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight right
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Stringtown Road, Grove City
1678 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 East: Stringtown Road, Grove City
1011 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 East
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Jack Nicklaus Freeway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Jack Nicklaus Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23 North, US 23 South: High Street, Circleville
1639 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23 South: Circleville
1087 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right
901 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto South High Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · South High Street
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Continue on Portsmouth - Columbus Road
35.2 mi · 46 min · Portsmouth - Columbus Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Main Street, Chillicothe
1162 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mansfield and Chillicothe.
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
61.2 mi · 01h 07m
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 leaving Mansfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Chillicothe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mansfield to Chillicothe?
The road trip is about 114.5 miles (184.2 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Riverlea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.2 miles from Mansfield and 57.2 miles from Chillicothe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.5 miles (163.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 1:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.47 one way or $30.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Mansfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Chillicothe.
Stop Ideas Near Riverlea
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mansfield and Chillicothe. Straight-line distance: 101.53 mi (163.39 km).
#1 Mansfield
The most populous city in Richland County, Ohio.
| Population | 46,125 |
| Coordinates | 40.7583900, -82.5154500 |
| Altitude | 379 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chillicothe
City in and the county seat of Ross County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 21,647 |
| Coordinates | 39.3331200, -82.9824000 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chillicothe (-82.9824, 39.33312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $3.83 | $15.47 | $30.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $17.71 | $35.41 |
| Premium | $4.93 | $19.91 | $39.81 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $24.51 | $49.03 |
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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