How far is Mansfield, OH from Middletown, OH?
The driving distance from Mansfield, OH to Middletown, OH is about 161.9 miles (260.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
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 Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mansfield and Middletown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield and Middletown.
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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
58.2 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
1692 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 670 West: Dayton
1491 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northeast Freeway
1248 ft · 19 sec · Northeast Freeway
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Keep slight right
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight right onto West Freeway
54.2 mi · 58 min · West Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 4, SR 235: Dayton, New Carlisle
1730 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 4, SR 235 South: Dayton
26.6 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 73: Franklin, Springboro
1920 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto East 2nd Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · East 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Riley Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Riley Boulevard
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Continue on Middletown Pike
1 mi · 2 min · Middletown Pike
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Continue on North Verity Parkway
4.3 mi · 7 min · North Verity Parkway
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Continue on North Canal Street
1621 ft · 38 sec · North Canal Street
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
1043 ft · 36 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Clark Street
37 m · 5 sec · Clark Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Clark Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mansfield and Middletown.
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
58.2 mi · 01h 03m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Mansfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Middletown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mansfield to Middletown?
The road trip is about 161.9 miles (260.5 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
West Jefferson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.3 miles from Mansfield and 82.5 miles from Middletown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.5 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 1:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.87 one way or $43.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Mansfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Middletown.
Stop Ideas Near West Jefferson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
London City Hall
Columbus Mayor's Office
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Jefferson.
Columbus, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mansfield and Middletown. Straight-line distance: 131.41 mi (211.49 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 Middletown
The most populous city in Butler County, Ohio.
| Population | 46,140 |
| Coordinates | 39.5150600, -84.3982800 |
| Altitude | 200 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clark Street (-84.398624, 39.515154)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $21.87 | $43.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $25.03 | $50.05 |
| Premium | $4.93 | $28.13 | $56.27 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $34.65 | $69.30 |
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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