Trip from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are SR 56, Steinmeyer Road, Five Points Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 2.3 miles from Hocking, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH?

The route from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

8m

Distance

4.6 mi

7 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM

0h 8m ★

6 AM

0h 9m

8 AM

0h 10m

10 AM

0h 9m

12 PM

0h 9m

3 PM

0h 9m

5 PM

0h 10m

8 PM

0h 8m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH covers 4.6 miles and takes about 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on SR 56, Steinmeyer Road, Five Points Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.2 miles on SR 56. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.71 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 8m. Total distance: 4.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

8m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 8m highway drive covering 4.6 miles, with most of the trip on SR 56 and Steinmeyer Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 4.2 miles on SR 56.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

SR 56 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 56 and Steinmeyer Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near Five Points Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH is easy. At 8m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (Five Points Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (Old State Rte 56): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.

Critical Maneuvers

2 of 2 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4

4.2 mi into trip | ~7m in | Five Points Road

Turn right onto Five Points Road

Navigation decision point

6

4.6 mi into trip | ~8m in | Old State Rte 56

At end of road, turn left onto Old State Rte 56

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
SR 56	4.2 mi	7m
Steinmeyer Road	0.3 mi	1m
Five Points Road	0.1 mi	<1m
Old State Rte 56	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: SR 56 — 4.2 mi, about 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hocking, OH and New Mansfield, OH.

1

Start on SR 56

4.2 mi · 7 min · SR 56

2

Turn right onto Five Points Road

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Five Points Road

3

Continue on Steinmeyer Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Steinmeyer Road

4

At end of road, turn left onto Old State Rte 56

47 ft · 2 sec · Old State Rte 56

5

Arrive at destination

Old State Rte 56

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$0.71 one way

$1.43 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 2 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.38	$0.79	$1.58
premium	$4.91	$0.89	$1.78
diesel	$5.61	$1.02	$2.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$1

Estimated CO2 emission: 1.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $0 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	1.4	$0.48	$0.22
Efficient EV	1.2	$0.40	$0.18
EV Truck/SUV	1.8	$0.64	$0.29

Gas CO2

2 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (50% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hocking, OH

Afternoon in Hocking on Thursday

Local time

2:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Mansfield, OH

Afternoon in New Mansfield on Thursday

Local time

2:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

7 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

8m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH covers 4.6 miles and takes about 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are SR 56, Steinmeyer Road, Five Points Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 2.3 miles from Hocking, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

The drive from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH is easy. At 8m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (Five Points Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (Old State Rte 56): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.

The route from Hocking, OH to New Mansfield, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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