How far is Mansfield, OH from Howard, OH?
The driving distance from Mansfield, OH to Howard, OH is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Mansfield and Howard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield and Howard.
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Start on South Main Street
6.5 mi · 10 min · South Main Street
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Continue straight
21.1 mi · 25 min
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Turn left onto West Chestnut Street
642 ft · 26 sec · West Chestnut Street
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Turn right onto North Mulberry Street
105 m · 12 sec · North Mulberry Street
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Turn left onto West High Street
65 m · 9 sec · West High Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Public Square
145 m · 18 sec · East High Street
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Exit the rotary onto East High Street
1661 ft · 40 sec · East High Street
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Turn left onto North Park Street
105 m · 7 sec · North Park Street
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Turn slight right onto Coshocton Road
8.4 mi · 14 min · Coshocton Road
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Turn right
82 m · 20 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mansfield and Howard.
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.
South Main Street
Continue straight
21.1 mi · 00h 25m
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 Mansfield and Sunny near Howard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mansfield to Howard?
The road trip is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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 18.4 miles from Mansfield and 18.4 miles from Howard.
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 10.6 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.82 one way or $9.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mansfield and Sunny near Howard.
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 Mansfield and Howard. Straight-line distance: 26.18 mi (42.14 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 Howard
Township in Knox County, Ohio
| Population | 6,023 |
| Coordinates | 40.4075600, -82.3268200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Howard (-82.32682, 40.40756)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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 36m |
| 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 | $4.82 | $9.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.24 | $5.51 | $11.03 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
| Diesel | $4.30 | $5.60 | $11.19 |
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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